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Sahm Swears Sindokht's Safety
Book A8 · The Story of Zal and Rudabeh

Sahm Swears Sindokht's Safety

From A8.16, Sindokht and Sahm Come to an Agreement. It illustrates A8.16.43–46:

  • A8.16.43
    Sahm took her hand and swore as she required;He pledged her safety, just as she desired.
  • A8.16.44
    She bowed, then rose once he had pledged his word,And told the hidden truth that none had heard:
  • A8.16.45
    “My lineage springs from Zahhak’s ancient line;My lord is Mehrab, warrior fierce and fine.
  • A8.16.46
    I am his consort, mother of that maidFor whom Zal’s heart in longing has been laid.

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