Specific analogical language comprises exemplification, comparisons, metaphors, similes, allegories, and parables, but "not" metonymy. Otherwise, John includes allegories but no parables. Usually, no parables are associated with the Gospel of John, just allegories. Many allegories use personification of abstract concepts. Mythological scenes from Ovid alternate with allegories of the Arts and Virtues. Bruegel's painting is rich in allegories and symbolisms that have been long studied. He was a prolific writer of poems, allegories, fables and romances. In addition to his figurative works, which include allegories and portraits, he painted landscapes. The sinners are grotesque and unidentifiable while the allegories of virtue often wear odd headgear. Mencius contributed elegant diction and, like Zhuang Zi, relied on comparisons, anecdotes, and allegories. They represent the sibyls, scenes from the Old Testament, allegories and virtues. In general, historians pointed to his preference of myths, allegories, and religion over factual data. Similar astrological allegories and planetary themes are pursued through the works of Geoffrey Chaucer. This book includes some pagan rituals for use in historical allegories. They deduce that it is entirely based on allegories from Tamarian folklore.