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Anooshirvan Prays at Azargashasp
Book E1 · The Story of Mahbud and Other Matters

Anooshirvan Prays at Azargashasp

From E1.11, Anooshirvan Marches to Tisfoon. It illustrates E1.11.94–100:

  • E1.11.94
    Then, turning from the gifts, he spurred his horse;Straight toward Azargashasp he held his course.
  • E1.11.95
    While still afar, he saw the holy place,And tears came flowing down his royal face.
  • E1.11.96
    He dismounted, with barsom in his hand,And prayed before the shrine on sacred land.
  • E1.11.97
    He reached the Fire, adored the Maker’s name,And bowed before the temple’s sacred flame.
  • E1.11.98
    He gave the bursar gold from all his store,And precious gems and treasures by the score.
  • E1.11.99
    On all the Mobadan his bounty flowed:Gold, silver, gems, and robes, a costly load.
  • E1.11.100
    Enriched, the priests drew near with cups to raiseBefore the sacred Fire in murmured praise.

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Anooshirvan
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