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Fariborz Binds Kulbad to the Saddle

Fariborz Binds Kulbad to the Saddle

From C3.29, Fariborz Battles Kulbad. It illustrates C3.29.3–7:

  • C3.29.3
    He wheeled, but found his arrow flight had strayed;Then with his right hand drew his flashing blade,
  • C3.29.4
    And raised it, struck his neck; the blade’s descentDown to the waist in two his body rent.
  • C3.29.5
    He stepped down, loosed the kamand strap, and freedHis royal kamand, fastened to the steed.
  • C3.29.6
    He bound dead Kulbad on the saddle tight,Then loosed the steel that clothed his foe for fight.
  • C3.29.7
    He climbed the height, his name with triumph crowned,And as he strode, his victory shout rang round.

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