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Bahram Enthroned in His Tent at Jahram

Bahram Enthroned in His Tent at Jahram

From D9.11, Bahram Goor Approaches with Monzer’s Army. It illustrates D9.11.29–37:

  • D9.11.29
    An ivory throne was set for him to mount;He wore a crown whose jewels none could count.
  • D9.11.30
    He set his court as kings of kings would do,And took his royal seat before their view.
  • D9.11.31
    Monzer and Numan flanked him, and a bladeWas held by Numan, naked and displayed.
  • D9.11.32
    Around the tent stood Arab chiefs of rank,Encircling its enclosure, flank by flank.
  • D9.11.33
    Then Iran’s loyal nobles, grave and grand,Drew near its entrance in a noble band.
  • D9.11.34
    He bade them raise the curtain, and the callAnnounced their entry, welcoming them all.
  • D9.11.35
    They came to Bahram, where the crown and throneIn all their beauty to the chiefs were shown.
  • D9.11.36
    They cried, “Live long! May evil’s hand remainFar off, and never bring you harm or pain.”
  • D9.11.37
    The king of kings received them with good cheer,And set each in the rank his worth made clear.

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