Epic Lore & Biography

Daughter of Afrasiab, wife of Siyavash, and mother of Kay Khosrow. In his farewell speech, Kay Khosrow remembers her endurance and heroic crossing of the waters to raise him in secrecy.

Shahnameh Distichs Featuring this Entity (40)

فرنگیس مهتر ز خوبان اوی / نبینی به گیتی چنان موی و روی

“'Farangis is the eldest of his fair daughters; in all the world you will not see such hair and countenance.'”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8638

فرنگیس خواند همی مادرش / شود شاد اگر باشم اندر خورش

“'"Her mother calls her Farangis; she will be joyous if I become her protector."'”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8672

به نزد فرنگیس بردند چیز / روانشان پر از آفرین بود نیز

“They brought these treasures before Farangis, their souls overflowing with praises and blessings.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8722

پیامی فرستاد پیران چو دود / به گلشهر گفتا فرنگیس زود

“Piran swiftly sent a message like wind to Golshahr, saying: 'Let Farangis quickly—”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8727

چو بانوی بشنید پیغام اوی / به سوی فرنگیس بنهاد روی

“When the noble lady heard his message, she turned her face straight toward Farangis.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8729

بیامد فرنگیس چون ماه نو / به نزدیک آن تاجور شاه نو

“Farangis came forth like the new moon unto the presence of that newly crowned king.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8732

فرنگیس را در عماری نشاند / بنه برنهاد و سپه را براند

“He seated Farangis within a carriage, packed the baggage, and led forth the army.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8758

به کاخ فرنگیس بنهاد روی / چنان شاد و پیروز و دیهیم جوی

“Joyful, victorious, and adorned with regal splendor, he directed his steps toward the palace of Farangis.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8942

پذیره شدش دختر شهریار / بپرسید و دینار کردش نثار

“The royal princess came forth to welcome him, offering warm greetings and showering gold coins upon him.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8943

فرنگیس را افسر و گوشوار / همان یاره و طوق گوهرنگار

“For Farangis he brought a royal crown, delicate earrings, bracelets, and a gem-adorned necklace.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8951

چو کاخ فرنگیس دیدم ز دور / چو گنج گهر بد به میدان سور

“'When I beheld Farangis's palace from afar, it gleamed like a treasury of gems set upon a field of celebration.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8969

زگفتار او شاد شد شهریار / که دخت برومندش آمد به بار

“The king was delighted by his speech, realizing his fruitful daughter had yielded such good fortune.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8975

فرنگیس را کاخهای بلند / برآورد و دارد همی ارجمند

“He has erected lofty palaces for Farangis, holding her in the highest honor and esteem.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8982

فرنگیس را هدیه بر همچنین / برو با زبانی پر از آفرین

“Likewise carry gifts for Farangis, approaching her with a tongue laden with blessings and praise.”

Siavosh • The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird بیت #8989

به کاخ فرنگیس رفتند شاد / بدید آن بزرگی فرخ نژاد

“Then they went joyfully to Farangis's palace, where Garsivaz beheld the splendor of that noble maiden.”

Siavosh • Garsivaz's Envy, Slander Before Afrasiab, and the Deceitful Betrayal of Siyavash بیت #9010

پرستار چندی به زرین کلاه / فرنگیس با تاج در پیش‌گاه

“Handmaidens wearing golden crowns stood in attendance, with Farangis enthroned in royal glory.”

Siavosh • Garsivaz's Envy, Slander Before Afrasiab, and the Deceitful Betrayal of Siyavash بیت #9011

فرود آمد از تخت و بردش نثار / بپرسیدش از شهر و ز شهریار

“She stepped down from her throne, offered him welcoming gifts, and asked of the king and the city.”

Siavosh • Garsivaz's Envy, Slander Before Afrasiab, and the Deceitful Betrayal of Siyavash بیت #9012

فرنگیس را هم ندانی تو باز / تو گویی شدست از جهان بی‌نیاز

“'Nor do you recognize Farangis anymore; you would say she has grown arrogant and detached from the world.'”

Siavosh • Garsivaz's Envy, Slander Before Afrasiab, and the Deceitful Betrayal of Siyavash بیت #9160

به مهرت همی دل بجنبد ز جای / یکی با فرنگیس خیز ایدر آی

“'My heart stirs with affection for you; arise and come hither along with Farangis.'”

Siavosh • Garsivaz's Envy, Slander Before Afrasiab, and the Deceitful Betrayal of Siyavash بیت #9180

و دیگر فرنگیس را خواستی / به مهر و وفا دل بیاراستی

“And secondary, you inquired after Farangis, decorating your heart with love and fidelity.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9299

فرنگیس نالنده بود این زمان / به لب ناچران و به تن ناچمان

“Farangis has been in weeping and affliction, unable to eat or walk freely.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9300

فرنگیس گفت ای گو شیرچنگ / چه بودت که دیگر شدستی به رنگ

“Farangis asked: 'O lion-clawed hero, what has befallen you that your color has changed so?'”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9325

فرنگیس بگرفت گیسو به دست / گل ارغوان را به فندق بخست

“Farangis seized her tresses with her hands, tearing her red cheeks with her fingertips.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9328

همی داشت اندر برش خوب چهر / بدو گفت شاها چبودت ز مهر

“The fair-faced lady held him close and said affectionately, "O King, what has happened to you?"”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9340

بپرسید زو دخت افراسیاب / که فرزانه شاها چه دیدی به خواب

“The daughter of Afrasiab asked him, "O wise King, what did you see in your dream?"”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9342

فرنگیس گفت این به جز نیکوی / نباشد نگر یک زمان بغنوی

“Farangis said, "This portends nothing but good fortune; now do try to rest a moment."”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9350

فرنگیس گفت ای خردمند شاه / مکن هیچ گونه به ما در نگاه

“Farangis said, "O wise king, pay no heed to us at all!"”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9360

فرنگیس بشنید رخ را بخست / میان را به زنار خونین ببست

“When Farangis heard the dire news, she scratched her cheeks in grief and bound her waist with a blood-stained belt of mourning.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9479

پیاده بیامد به نزدیک شاه / به خون رنگ داده دو رخساره ماه

“On foot she rushed before the King, her moon-like cheeks stained red with tears of blood.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9480

به پیش پدر شد پر از درد و باک / خروشان به سر بر همی ریخت خاک

“She stood before her father full of agony and dread, wailing bitterly while pouring dust upon her head.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9481

مکن بی‌گنه بر تن من ستم / که گیتی سپنج است با باد و دم

“'Do not inflict cruelty upon my innocent soul, for this transient world is but a fleeting breath.'”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9489

بگفت این و روی سیاوش بدید / دو رخ را بکند و فغان برکشید

“She spoke these words, and seeing Siyavash bound, tore her cheeks and let out a piercing wail.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9504

به کاخ بلندش یکی خانه بود / فرنگیس زان خانه بیگانه بود

“Within his high palace stood a hidden chamber, to which Farangis was dragged as a stranger.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9507

مر او را دران خانه انداختند / در خانه را بند برساختند

“They cast her into that solitary room and firmly locked the heavy doors upon her.”

Siavosh • The Treachery of Garsivaz and the Martyrdom of Siyavash بیت #9508

همه بندگان موی کردند باز / فرنگیس مشکین کمند دراز

“All the maidservants unbound their hair, while Farangis severed her long, musky tresses.”

Siavosh • The Martyrdom of Siyavash, the Rescue of Farangis, and Her Journey to Khotan بیت #9541

برید و میان را به گیسو ببست / به فندق گل ارغوانرا بخست

“She cut her locks and bound her waist with her hair; with finger-tips like hazel-nuts she scratched the purple roses of her cheeks.”

Siavosh • The Martyrdom of Siyavash, the Rescue of Farangis, and Her Journey to Khotan بیت #9542

به آواز بر جان افراسیاب / همی کرد نفرین و می‌ریخت آب

“Aloud she rained down curses upon the soul of Afrasiab, shedding tears like a torrent.”

Siavosh • The Martyrdom of Siyavash, the Rescue of Farangis, and Her Journey to Khotan بیت #9543

خروشش به گوش سپهبد رسید / چو آن ناله و زار نفرین شنید

“Her piercing cries reached the ears of the Turanian commander; when he heard her lamentations and bitter curses...”

Siavosh • The Martyrdom of Siyavash, the Rescue of Farangis, and Her Journey to Khotan بیت #9544

به گرسیوز بدنشان شاه گفت / که او را به کوی آورید از نهفت

“The king said to ill-omened Garsivaz: 'Drag her out from her seclusion into the public square!'”

Siavosh • The Martyrdom of Siyavash, the Rescue of Farangis, and Her Journey to Khotan بیت #9545

ز پرده به درگه بریدش کشان / بر روزبانان مردم کشان

“'Drag her behind the veil unto the palace gates, into the hands of the bloodthirsty executioners!'”

Siavosh • The Martyrdom of Siyavash, the Rescue of Farangis, and Her Journey to Khotan بیت #9546