The legendary dark-hued steed of the Sasanian kings. In this section, Bahram Gur rides Shabdiz gently under the blazing sun during his incognito journey through the rural countryside.
من و رستم و اسب شبدیز و تیغ / نیارد برو سایه گسترد میغ
“'With me, Rostam, the black steed, and my sword, no cloud dare cast a shadow upon us!'”
Manoochehr • The Arrival of Sam to Meet Rostam, the Grand Banquet, Fatherly Counsel, and His Return to the West
بیت #3540
برانگیخت از جای شبدیز را / تن و جان بیاراست آویز را
“He spurred his steed forward, preparing body and soul for fierce battle.”
Khaghan • The Fall of Iranian Champions, the Severing of the Kavian Banner, Rostam's Wrestling with Puladvand, and the Div's Flight
بیت #15304
شب تیره شبدیز لهراسپی / بیاورد با زین گشتاسپی
“In the pitch-black night, he brought forth Lohrasp's dark steed, Shabdiz, caparisoned with Goshtasp's own saddle.”
Lohrasp • Goshtasp's Secret Flight to Rome, the Wise Mobad's Counsel, and the Futile Search
بیت #22755
برانگیخت شبدیز بهرام را / همی تیز کرد او دلارام را
“Bahram spurred his swift steed forward, quickening the stride of his beloved mount.”
Bahgoor • The Feats of Bahram Gur: Archery, Royal Amnesty, and the Splendor of Estakhr
بیت #35390
همی راند شبدیز را نرم‌نرم / برین‌گونه تا روز برگشت گرم
“He rode Shabdiz gently onward thus, until the day grew hot.”
Bahgoor • Bahram Gur Slays the Dragon, Visits a Humble Home Incognito, and the Drying of the Cow's Milk
بیت #35529