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Rostam Lassoes Rakhsh as the Mare Attacks
Book B2 · Garshasp and the Transition to Kayanian Kingship

Rostam Lassoes Rakhsh as the Mare Attacks

From B2.2, Rostam Catches Rakhsh. It illustrates B2.2.23–26:

  • B2.2.23
    The warning entered Rostam’s mind, but stillHe cast Kayanian kamand with iron will.
  • B2.2.24
    Then like a maddened elephant she sped,To tear with furious teeth at Rostam’s head.
  • B2.2.25
    But Rostam roared as lions roar in fight,Then struck her head and neck with all his might.
  • B2.2.26
    She fell and shook, then rose in sudden dread,And, head held low, among the herd she fled.

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