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Giv Embraces His Returning Son

Giv Embraces His Returning Son

From C3.15, Bijan Slays Houman. It illustrates C3.15.53–60:

  • C3.15.53
    Then tidings came of Bijan’s victory;Giv rushed to where his living son would be.
  • C3.15.54
    He saw his son; at once, his spirit stirred,He left his saddle like a swooping bird.
  • C3.15.55
    He rolled in dust and bowed his head in praiseTo God, the righteous Judge of all our days.
  • C3.15.56
    He clasped his wise and valiant son and heldHim close, the terror of the day dispelled.
  • C3.15.57
    All sought Gudarz with praise that never ceased,As Bijan came through war, from death released.
  • C3.15.58
    When Bijan saw his grandfather appear,He left the horse of Houman, that brave peer.
  • C3.15.59
    His arms were bloody, dust lay on his head;The saddle bore the head of Houman, dead.
  • C3.15.60
    He brought the armor, steed, and head to showGudarz the tokens of his fallen foe.

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