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Iraj Acclaimed Lord of Iran
Book A6 · The First Kings: Fereydoon

Iraj Acclaimed Lord of Iran

From A6.7, Fereydoon Divides the Realm. It illustrates A6.7.10–13:

  • A6.7.10
    When Iraj’s turn arrived, his father choseIran for him, where royal fortune rose.
  • A6.7.11
    The spearmen’s plain with Iran formed his share,With crown and royal throne beneath his care.
  • A6.7.12
    The sword, the signet, ivory throne were laidBefore him, marks of sovereignty displayed.
  • A6.7.13
    The chiefs of wit and judgment, clear of eye,Acclaimed him Lord of Iran, Iran-khodāy.

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