The Hermit Names Gostaham

From E6.13, The Hermit’s Prophecy to Khosrow. It illustrates E6.13.97–108 (to E6.13.124):

E6.13.97
From saddle-bow the Shah addressed the seer,Who bowed in reverence as the prince drew near;
E6.13.98
To test his sight, young Khosrow said: “I rideTo speak as herald for our sovereign’s side;
E6.13.99
I bear dispatches to Caesar’s royal hand,And shall return his answer to our band.
E6.13.100
Will this my journey prosper? Let me knowWhat end awaits me, whether joy or woe.”
E6.13.101
He answered, “Do not speak as one who serves;The Shah commands the homage he deserves.
E6.13.102
I knew you at first sight; do not deceive;Your holy Faith forbids the lies you weave.
E6.13.103
Deceit is not your custom or your way;You have endured much toil from day to day.
E6.13.104
At last you fled before your slave in fear.”Khosrow stood shamed, amazed at what came clear.
E6.13.105
He started to excuse himself, but thenThe hermit said, “Do not begin again.
E6.13.106
Ask what will come; take heart and be secure;Your coming here will lead to triumph pure.
E6.13.107
Stand like a bough in fruit, with farr-lit face;God’s favor soon will lift you to your place.
E6.13.108
He will bestow high Fortune, crown, and might;From Caesar you will gain both arms and right.