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Turan Welcomes Piran Home

Turan Welcomes Piran Home

From B12.26, The Iranians Return to Khosrow. It illustrates B12.26.23–27:

  • B12.26.23
    When Afrasiab heard Iran’s great fall,His heart found joy, released from grief and gall.
  • B12.26.24
    His army, light of heart in its delight,Adorned the road to greet the Pahlevan’s sight.
  • B12.26.25
    They decked the roofs and doorways, and they pouredShowers of silver coins upon their lord.
  • B12.26.26
    As soon as he approached the royal place,Afrasiab came with troops to grant him grace.
  • B12.26.27
    He blessed him often, saying: “In my eyes,No peer of yours beneath the heavens can rise.”

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