He called to the Brahman, "Please let me out of this cage, my friend. I am so miserable in here!"

The Brahman looked at the tiger and thought for a moment. "I cannot do that," he said softly. "I am afraid that you would eat me as soon as you were free."

"Oh, no!" the tiger pleaded. "I promise I would never do such a thing. I would be most grateful for your help!"