Epic Lore & Biography

Pashotan, son of King Goshtasp and brother of Esfandiyar, is a righteous, wise, and holy prince-counselor. In Bahman's campaign against Zabolistan, Pashotan's noble intervention stayed the king's vengeful hand, convinced Bahman to free Zal, entomb the fallen, and march the army back to Iran.

Shahnameh Distichs Featuring this Entity (40)

پشوتن دگر گرد شمشیر زن / شه نامبردار لشکرشکن

“The other was Peshotan, a warrior and wielder of the sword, a renowned prince and breaker of armies.”

Goshtasp • Daquiqi's Prologue: Lohrasp's Abdication, Coronation of Goshtasp, and the Birth of Esfandiyar and Peshotan بیت #23570

پشوتن یکی مرد بیدار بود / سپه را ز دشمن نگهدار بود

“Peshotan was a vigilant and wise man, who guarded the army against enemy attacks.”

7esfandyar • The Seven Trials of Esfandiyar: The Interrogation of Gorgsar and the Slaughter of the Monstrous Wolves بیت #25135

چو آمد سپاه و پشوتن فراز / بدیدند یل را به جای نماز

“When the army and Peshotan arrived, they beheld the hero engaged in prayer.”

7esfandyar • The Seven Trials of Esfandiyar: The Interrogation of Gorgsar and the Slaughter of the Monstrous Wolves بیت #25153

پشوتن بفرمود تا رفت پیش / ورا پندها داد ز اندازه بیش

“He summoned Peshotan to come forward and imparted counsel beyond measure to him.”

7esfandyar • The Second Stage of Esfandiyar: The Warning of Gorgsar and Slaying of the Lions بیت #25171

بدو گفت کاین لشکر سرفراز / سپردم ترا من شدم رزمساز

“He said to him: 'I entrust this exalted army to thee, as I go forth to battle.'”

7esfandyar • The Second Stage of Esfandiyar: The Warning of Gorgsar and Slaying of the Lions بیت #25172

هم اندر زمان لشکر آنجا رسید / پشوتن سر و یال شیران بدید

“At that moment the host arrived, and Peshotan saw the heads and manes of the slain lions.”

7esfandyar • The Second Stage of Esfandiyar: The Warning of Gorgsar and Slaying of the Lions بیت #25181

پشوتن بیامد سوی نامجوی / پسر با برادر همی پیش اوی

“Peshotan came before the renowned hero—brother standing before brother.”

7esfandyar • The Third Trial of Esfandiyar: Gurgsar's Warning and Slaying the Dragon with the Bladed Chariot بیت #25208

بپوشید خفتان جهاندار گرد / سپه را به فرخ پشوتن سپرد

“The brave ruler donned his body armor, and entrusted the army to auspicious Peshotan.”

7esfandyar • The Third Trial of Esfandiyar: Gurgsar's Warning and Slaying the Dragon with the Bladed Chariot بیت #25209

پشوتن بیامد هم اندر زمان / به نزدیک آن نامدار جهان

“Peshotan arrived in that very moment, coming close to the famous hero of the world.”

7esfandyar • The Third Trial of Esfandiyar: Gurgsar's Warning and Slaying the Dragon with the Bladed Chariot بیت #25225

سپه را همه بر پشوتن سپرد / یکی جام زرین پر از می ببرد

“He entrusted the army entirely to Peshotan, taking for himself a golden goblet filled with wine.”

7esfandyar • The Fourth Stage: The Sorceress of the Enchanted Grove and the Sacred Chain of Zoroaster بیت #25254

پشوتن بیامد همی با سپاه / چنین گفت کای نامبردار شاه

“Peshotan approached alongside the army and spoke thus: 'O renowned and illustrious prince!'”

7esfandyar • The Fourth Stage: The Sorceress of the Enchanted Grove and the Sacred Chain of Zoroaster بیت #25288

همان اسپ و گردون و صندوق برد / سپه را به سالار لشکر سپرد

“He brought along his horse, the chariot, and the spiked box, entrusting the army to his commander.”

7esfandyar • The Fifth Stage: Esfandiyar Slays the Simorgh بیت #25315

هم‌آنگه خروش آمد از کرنای / پشوتن بیاورد پرده‌سرای

“Instantly the call of trumpets sounded, and Peshotan brought forward the royal pavilion.”

7esfandyar • The Fifth Stage: Esfandiyar Slays the Simorgh بیت #25333

پشوتن بشد نزد اسفندیار / سخن رفت هرگونه از کارزار

“Peshotan came into the presence of Esfandiyar, and varied discourse took place regarding the war.”

7esfandyar • Esfandiyar's Stratagem: Infiltrating Ruin-Dezh in the Guise of Khorrad the Merchant بیت #25512

وزان جایگه ساربان را بخواند / به پیش پشوتن به زانو نشاند

“Then from that place he summoned the camel-driver, making him kneel before Peshotan.”

7esfandyar • Esfandiyar's Stratagem: Infiltrating Ruin-Dezh in the Guise of Khorrad the Merchant بیت #25527

چو از راه نزد پشوتن رسید / بگفت آنچ از آتش و دود دید

“When he reached Peshotan along the way, he reported all he had seen of the fire and smoke.”

7esfandyar • The Signal Fire of Esfandiyar and Nush-Azar's Heroic Triumph بیت #25650

پشوتن چنین گفت کز پیل و شیر / به تنبل فزونست مرد دلیر

“Peshotan said: 'Through clever craft, a brave champion surpasses even elephants and lions.'”

7esfandyar • The Signal Fire of Esfandiyar and Nush-Azar's Heroic Triumph بیت #25651

سپه‌کش پشوتن به قلب اندرون / سپاهی همه دست شسته به خون

“Commander Peshotan stood in the army's center, leading a host whose hands were washed in blood.”

7esfandyar • The Signal Fire of Esfandiyar and Nush-Azar's Heroic Triumph بیت #25665

چو نزد سپاه پشوتن رسید / برو نامدار آفرین گسترید

“When he reached the army of Peshotan, that illustrious prince showered him with praises.”

7esfandyar • Night Assault on the Fortress: The Slaying of Arjasp and Rescue of the Princesses بیت #25738

پشوتن بدو گفت اینست راه / بر این باش و آزرم مردان بخواه

“Pashotan said to him: 'This indeed is the right path; remain upon this and honor noble men.'”

Esfandyar • Esfandiyar's March, the Omen of the Kneeling Camel, and the Encampment at the Helmand بیت #26139

چنین گفت پس با پشوتن به راز / که این شیر رزم‌آور جنگ ساز

“He then whispered in secret to Peshotan: "This battle-seeking lion of war,"”

Esfandyar • Rostam's Royal Preparations, Unarmed Wait at the Hirmand, and Esfandiyar's Wrath at Bahman بیت #26383

ولیکن پشوتن شناسد که شاه / چه فرمود تا من برفتم به راه

“'Yet Peshotan knows well what command the King gave when I set out on this road.'”

Esfandyar • Meeting at the Helmand: Mutual Praise and the Refusal of Fetters بیت #26445

پشوتن که بد شاه را رهنمای / بیامد هم‌انگه به پرده سرای

“Peshotan, who was the wise guide and counselor to the prince, entered the royal pavilion at that very moment.”

Esfandyar • Peshotan's Counsel and Rostam's Wrathful Departure بیت #26463

پشوتن بدو گفت کای نامدار / برادر که یابد چو اسفندیار

“Peshotan said to him: 'O renowned prince! Where could any brother find one like Esfandiyar?'”

Esfandyar • Peshotan's Counsel and Rostam's Wrathful Departure بیت #26468

بدو گفت هر چیز کامد ز پند / تن پاک و جان ترا سودمند

“Peshotan said to him: 'Whatever came to mind as wise counsel, beneficial to your pure body and soul...'”

Esfandyar • Peshotan's Counsel and Rostam's Wrathful Departure بیت #26486

چنین گفت پس با پشوتن به راز / که بر می نیاید به آبت نیاز

“Then Esfandiyar whispered secretly to Peshotan: 'Your wine has no need for water!'”

Esfandyar • The Feast at Nimruz, Rostam's Plea for Peace, and the Covenant of Dawn Battle بیت #26721

پشوتن چنین گفت با میگسار / که بی‌آب جامی می افگن بیار

“Peshotan then instructed the cupbearer: 'Bring a goblet of pure wine without adding a single drop of water!'”

Esfandyar • The Feast at Nimruz, Rostam's Plea for Peace, and the Covenant of Dawn Battle بیت #26723

به دیگر پشوتن گو نیک مرد / چشیده ز گیتی بسی گرم و سرد

“On the other side is the good knight Peshotan, who has experienced much of the world's hot and cold.”

Esfandyar • Bitter Words at the Threshold, Peshotan's Advice for Peace, and Esfandiyar's Stubborn Pursuit of War بیت #26817

چو برگشت ازو با پشوتن بگفت / که مردی و گردی نشاید نهفت

“When he turned back, he said to Peshotan: 'Valor and heroic knightliness cannot be concealed.”

Esfandyar • Bitter Words at the Threshold, Peshotan's Advice for Peace, and Esfandiyar's Stubborn Pursuit of War بیت #26821

پشوتن بدو گفت بشنو سخن / همی گویمت ای برادر مکن

“Peshotan said to him: 'Hear my counsel! I tell you, O brother, do not do this!”

Esfandyar • Bitter Words at the Threshold, Peshotan's Advice for Peace, and Esfandiyar's Stubborn Pursuit of War بیت #26828

پشوتن بدو گفت کای نامدار / چنین چند گویی تو از کارزار

“Peshotan said to him: 'O renowned prince! How long will you speak thus of battle?”

Esfandyar • Bitter Words at the Threshold, Peshotan's Advice for Peace, and Esfandiyar's Stubborn Pursuit of War بیت #26847

پس از بارگی با پشوتن بگفت / که ما را نباید بدو یار و جفت

“Then from his steed he spoke to Peshotan: 'We must have no companion against him.'”

Esfandyar • The Solitary Duel by the Hirmand: The Shattered Weapons of Titans بیت #26943

چنین گفت پس با پشوتن که شیر / بپیچد ز چنگال مرد دلیر

“He then spoke to Peshotan: 'Even the lion twists away from the talons of a valiant champion.'”

Esfandyar • Dawn of the Clash: Rostam's Offer of Riches and Esfandiyar's Stubborn Demand for Bonds بیت #27238

پشوتن بدو گفت پر آب چشم / که بر دشمنت باد تیمار و خشم

“Peshotan replied to him with tearful eyes: 'May sorrow and wrath fall upon thy foe!'”

Esfandyar • Dawn of the Clash: Rostam's Offer of Riches and Esfandiyar's Stubborn Demand for Bonds بیت #27243

بیامد به پیش پشوتن بگفت / که پیکار ما گشت با درد جفت

“He came to Peshotan and said: 'Our conflict has been coupled with bitter grief!'”

Esfandyar • The Tamarisk Arrow: The Fall of Esfandiyar and the Final Lament بیت #27313

پشوتن بر و جامه را کرد چاک / خروشان به سر بر همی کرد خاک

“Peshotan tore his garments in grief, wailing and casting dust upon his head.”

Esfandyar • The Tamarisk Arrow: The Fall of Esfandiyar and the Final Lament بیت #27317

پشوتن همی گفت راز جهان / که داند ز دین‌آوران و مهان

“Peshotan spoke of the secrets of the world: 'Who among the nobles and religious leaders truly knows...'”

Esfandyar • The Tamarisk Arrow: The Fall of Esfandiyar and the Final Lament بیت #27319

پشوتن بروبر همی مویه کرد / رخی پر ز خون و دلی پر ز درد

“Peshotan lamented over him, with a face covered in blood and a heart full of pain.”

Esfandyar • The Tamarisk Arrow: The Fall of Esfandiyar and the Final Lament بیت #27326

بریده بش و دم اسپ سیاه / پشوتن همی برد پیش سپاه

“The mane and tail of the black steed were cut; Peshotan led it at the head of the host.”

Esfandyar • The Iron Coffin of Esfandiyar: The Mourning, the Wrath of Nobles, and the Rebuking of Goshtasp بیت #27448

پشوتن همی رفت گریان به راه / پس پشت تابوت و اسپ سیاه

“Peshotan moved weeping along the road, behind the coffin and the black steed.”

Esfandyar • The Iron Coffin of Esfandiyar: The Mourning, the Wrath of Nobles, and the Rebuking of Goshtasp بیت #27467