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The Chiefs Greet Zal on Foot

The Chiefs Greet Zal on Foot

From B4.1, The Reign of Kay Kavus, His Sitting upon the Throne, and His Intent to March to Mazandaran. It illustrates B4.1.93–98:

  • B4.1.93
    “Zal now approaches; see his banner rise,His royal standard gleams before our eyes.”
  • B4.1.94
    Each chief who wore the Pahlevan’s high capRode forth to greet him, closing fast the gap.
  • B4.1.95
    When he drew near, they left their steeds behind,Approached on foot, and blessed him, heart and mind.
  • B4.1.96
    As all together toward the Shah they went,Tus said, “Great chief, long roads your strength have spent.
  • B4.1.97
    For Iran’s nobles you have journeyed wide,Hard toil and travel, setting rest aside.
  • B4.1.98
    We are devoted wholly to your name;Your crown and farr bring honor to our fame.”

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