The Entry of Siyavash into Turan: Union with Jarireh and Farangis, and the Foundation of Siyavashgird

#1

چو خورشید تابنده بنمود پشت

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هوا شد سیاه و زمین شد درشت

“When the shining sun hid its face behind the horizon, the air turned dark and the earth grew harsh.”

#2

سیاووش لشکر به جیحون کشید

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به مژگان همی از جگر خون کشید

“Siyavash led his army across the Jayhun, tears of blood falling from his eyelashes from the pain of his heart.”

#3

چو آمد به ترمذ درون بام و کوی

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بسان بهاران پر از رنگ و بوی

“When he entered Termez, its rooftops and streets were filled with color and fragrance, like springtime.”

#4

چنان بد همه شهرها تا به چاچ

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تو گفتی عروسی‌ست با طوق و تاج

“So adorned were all the cities unto Chach, you would say it was a bride adorned with collar and crown.”

#5

به هر منزلی ساخته خوردنی

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خورش‌های زیبا و گستردنی

“At every station, foods were prepared—beautiful dishes and splendid carpets spread.”

#6

چنین تا به قچقار باشی براند

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فرود آمد آنجا و چندی بماند

“Thus he rode until he reached Qachqar Bashi; there he dismounted and abode for a time.”

#7

چو آگاهی آمد پذیره شدند

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همه سرکشان با تبیره شدند

“When news arrived, all the chieftains came out to welcome him with the sound of drums.”

#8

ز خویشان گزین کرد پیران هزار

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پذیره شدن را برآراست کار

“Piran chose a thousand of his select kinsmen and prepared the array for the greeting.”

#9

بیاراسته چار پیل سپید

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سپه را همه داد یکسر نوید

“He adorned four white elephants and gave glad tidings to the entire host.”

#10

یکی برنهاده ز پیروزه تخت

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درفشنده مهدی بسان درخت

“Upon one was placed a turquoise throne, and a gleaming pavilion raised like a tree.”

#11

سرش ماه زرین و بومش بنفش

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به زر بافته پرنیایی درفش

“Its top had a golden moon, its ground was violet, a banner woven of silk and gold.”

#12

ابا تخت زرین سه پیل دگر

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صد از ماه‌رویان زرین کمر

“Along with three other elephants bearing golden thrones, a hundred moon-faced maidens with golden girdles arrived.”

#13

سپاهی بران سان که گفتی سپهر

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بیاراست روی زمین را به مهر

“An army gathered such that you would say the sky had adorned the face of the earth with love.”

#14

صد اسپ گرانمایه با زین زر

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به دیبا بیاراسته سر به سر

“A hundred precious steeds with golden saddles, completely covered in brocade.”

#15

سیاووش بشنید کامد سپاه

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پذیره شدن را بیاراست شاه

“Siyavash heard that the army had arrived, and the prince prepared himself to greet them.”

#16

درفش سپهدار پیران بدید

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خروشیدن پیل و اسپان شنید

“He saw the banner of Commander Piran and heard the roar of elephants and horses.”

#17

بشد تیز و بگرفتش اندر کنار

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بپرسیدش از نامور شهریار

“He went swiftly and embraced him, asking after the renowned monarch.”

#18

بدو گفت کای پهلوان سپاه

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چرا رنجه کردی روان را به راه

“He said to him: 'O champion of the host, why did you weary your soul upon the road?'”

#19

همه بر دل اندیشه این بُد نخست

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که بیند دو چشمم ترا تندرست

“'The first thought in my heart was only that my two eyes might see you in good health.'”

#20

ببوسید پیران سر و پای او

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همان خوب چهر دلارای او

“Piran kissed his head and feet, as well as his handsome, heart-delighting face.”

#21

چنین گفت کای شهریار جوان

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مراگر به خواب این نمودی روان

“He spoke thus: 'O young prince, even if my soul had shown me this in a dream,'”

#22

ستایش کنم پیش یزدان نخست

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چو دیدم ترا روشن و تندرست

“'I would praise God first, now that I have seen you radiant and healthy.'”

#23

ترا چون پدر باشد افراسیاب

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همه بنده باشیم زین روی آب

“'Afrasiab shall be like a father to you, and we on this side of the river are all your servants.'”

#24

ز پیوستگان هست بیش از هزار

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پرستندگان‌ند با گوشوار

“'Of kinsmen there are more than a thousand, and attendants with earrings to serve you.'”

#25

تو بی‌کام دل هیچ دم بر مزن

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ترا بنده باشد همی مرد و زن

“'Draw not a single breath without joy; man and woman alike shall be your servants.'”

#26

مرا گر پذیری تو با پیر سر

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ز بهر پرستش ببندم کمر

“'If you accept me despite my old head, I shall gird my loins to serve you.'”

#27

برفتند هر دو به شادی به هم

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سخن یاد کردند بر بیش و کم

“They rode together in joy, conversing of things great and small.”

#28

همه ره ز آوای چنگ و رباب

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همی خفته را سر برآمد ز خواب

“All along the way, at the sound of harps and rebecs, sleepers awoke from their dreams.”

#29

همی خاک مشکین شد از مشک و زر

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همی اسپ تازی برآورد پر

“The dust turned musky with musk and gold; the Arabian steeds seemed to sprout wings.”

#30

سیاوش چو آن دید آب از دو چشم

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ببارید و ز اندیشه آمد به خشم

“When Siyavash saw this, water poured from his eyes, and grief turned to inner anguish.”

#31

که یاد آمدش بوم زابلستان

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بیاراسته تا به کابلستان

“For he remembered the realm of Zabulistan, adorned all the way to Kabulistan.”

#32

همان شهر ایرانش آمد به یاد

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همی برکشید از جگر سرد باد

“The land of Iran came to his mind, and he drew cold sighs from his heart.”

#33

ز ایران دلش یاد کرد و بسوخت

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به کردار آتش رخش برفروخت

“His heart burned with memories of Iran, and his cheeks blazed like fire.”

#34

ز پیران بپیچید و پوشید روی

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سپهبد بدید آن غم و درد اوی

“He turned his face away from Piran and hid it; the warlord saw his grief and sorrow.”

#35

بدانست کاو را چه آمد بیاد

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غمی گشت و دندان به لب بر نهاد

“He understood what had come to his memory; he became sorrowful and bit his lip.”

#36

به قچقار باشی فرود آمدند

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نشستند و یکبار دم بر زدند

“They dismounted at Qachqar Bashi, sat down, and paused together.”

#37

نگه کرد پیران به دیدار او

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نشست و بر و یال و گفتار او

“Piran gazed upon his appearance, his seat, his neck and shoulders, and his speech.”

#38

بدو در دو چشمش همی خیره ماند

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همی هر زمان نام یزدان بخواند

“His eyes remained transfixed upon him in astonishment, constantly invoking the name of God.”

#39

بدو گفت کای نامور شهریار

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ز شاهان گیتی توی یادگار

“He said to him: 'O renowned prince, you are a memorial of the kings of the earth.'”

#40

سه چیزست بر تو که اندر جهان

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کسی را نباشد ز تخم مهان

“'Three virtues reside in you that no one among the seed of the great possesses in this world.'”

#41

یکی آنک از تخمهٔ کیقباد

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همی از تو گیرند گویی نژاد

“'First, that you are of the seed of Kay Qobad, such that lineage itself seems to stem from you.'”

#42

و دیگر زبانی بدین راستی

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به گفتار نیکو بیاراستی

“'Second, a tongue attuned to truth, adorned with beautiful speech.'”

#43

سه دیگر که گویی که از چهر تو

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ببارد همی بر زمین مهر تو

“'Third, one would say that from your face, love rains down upon the earth.'”

#44

چنین داد پاسخ سیاووش بدوی

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که ای پیر پاکیزه و راست‌گوی

“Siyavash answered him: 'O pure and truthful elder,'”

#45

خنیده به گیتی به مهر و وفا

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ز آهرمنی دور و دور از جفا

“'Famed throughout the world for love and loyalty, far from demonic evil and cruel violence.'”

#46

گر ایدونک با من تو پیمان کنی

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شناسم که پیمان من مشکنی

“If you indeed seal a solemn pact with me, I shall know that you will never break your pledge.”

#47

گر از بودن ایدر مرا نیکویست

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برین کردهٔ خود نباید گریست

“If my staying here bodes well for me, then I shall have no cause to weep over the choice I have made.”

#48

و گر نیست فرمای تا بگذرم

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نمایی ره کشوری دیگرم

“And if it be not so, command that I move on, and guide my steps toward another realm.”

#49

بدو گفت پیران که مندیش زین

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چو اندر گذشتی ز ایران زمین

“Piran said to him: "Trouble not your heart with this, now that you have crossed beyond the border of Iran.”

#50

مگردان دل از مهر افراسیاب

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مکن هیچ‌گونه به رفتن شتاب

“Turn not your heart from the warmth of Afrasiab, and make no haste in any wise to depart.”

#51

پراگنده نامش به گیتی بدی‌ست

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ولیکن جز اینست مرد ایزدی‌ست

“Though his name is spread throughout the world as evil, he is quite otherwise—a godly and noble man.”

#52

خرد دارد و رای و هوش بلند

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به خیره نیاید به راه گزند

“He possesses wisdom, judgment, and high intellect; he does not foolishly tread the path of harm.”

#53

مرا نیز خویشی‌ست با او به خون

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همش پهلوانم همش رهنمون

“I too am bound to him by blood; I am both his chief paladin and his trusted guide.”

#54

همانا برین بوم و بر صد هزار

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به فرمان من بیش باشد سوار

“Truly, in this realm, more than a hundred thousand horsemen stand ready under my command.”

#55

همم بوم و بر هست و هم گوسفند

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هم اسپ و سلیح و کمان و کمند

“I own lands and flocks of sheep, as well as horses, armor, bows, and lassos.”

#56

مرا بی‌نیازیست از هر کسی

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نهفته جزین نیز هستم بسی

“I stand in need of no man, and beyond all this, I hold vast hidden treasures.”

#57

فدای تو بادا همه هرچ هست

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گر ایدونک سازی به شادی نشست

“May all I own be spent for you, if you but resolve to abide here in joy and contentment.”

#58

پذیرفتم از پاک یزدان ترا

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به رای و دل هوشمندان ترا

“I have taken you into my care in the name of the pure God, through the counsel and heart of wise men.”

#59

که بر تو نیاید ز بدها گزند

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نداند کسی راز چرخ بلند

“So that no evil harm shall touch you, though none can unravel the secrets of the lofty heavens.”

#60

مگر کز تو آشوب خیزد به شهر

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بیامیزی از دور تریاک و زهر

“Unless turmoil should arise in the land through you, mixing sweet antidote with deadly venom.”

#61

سیاووش بدان گفت‌ها رام شد

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برافروخت و اندر خور جام شد

“Siyavash was soothed by these reassuring words; his countenance brightened, and he became ready for the feast and wine.”

#62

به خوردن نشستند یک با دگر

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سیاوش پسر گشت و پیران پدر

“They sat together to feast; Siyavash became as a beloved son, and Piran as a loving father.”

#63

برفتند با خنده و شادمان

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به ره بر نجستند جایی زمان

“Joyful and smiling, they set forth on their journey, lingering nowhere along the way.”

#64

چنین تا رسیدند در شهر گنگ

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کزان بود خرم سرای درنگ

“Thus they rode until they reached the city of Gang, wherein stood the radiant palace of ease and delight.”

#65

پیاده به کوی آمد افراسیاب

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از ایوان میان بسته و پر شتاب

“Afrasiab came down into the street on foot, girded and in great haste, leaving his palace behind.”

#66

سیاوش چو او را پیاده بدید

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فرود آمد از اسپ و پیشش دوید

“When Siyavash beheld him walking on foot, he dismounted from his steed and ran forward to greet him.”

#67

گرفتند مر یکدگر را به بر

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بسی بوس دادند بر چشم و سر

“They embraced one another warmly, showering kisses upon each other's eyes and head.”

#68

ازان پس چنین گفت افراسیاب

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که گردان جهان اندر آمد به خواب

“Thereafter Afrasiab spoke thus: "Now the revolving world hath fallen into serene repose.”

#69

ازین پس نه آشوب خیزد نه جنگ

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به آبشخور آیند میش و پلنگ

“Henceforth neither turmoil nor war shall arise; the sheep and the leopard shall drink peacefully at the same pool.”

#70

برآشفت گیتی ز تور دلیر

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کنون روی گیتی شد از جنگ سیر

“The world was once turmoil-stricken by valiant Tur, but now the earth hath grown weary of war.”

#71

دو کشور سراسر پر از شور بود

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جهان را دل از آشتی کور بود

“Both realms were entirely filled with strife, and the heart of the world was blind to peace.”

#72

به تو رام گردد زمانه کنون

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برآساید از جنگ وز جوش خون

“Through you, fortune shall now grow tame, and rest at last from war and the shedding of blood.”

#73

کنون شهر توران ترا بنده‌اند

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همه دل به مهر تو آگنده‌اند

“Now the entire land of Turan stands devoted to you; all hearts are filled with affection for you.”

#74

مرا چیز با جان همی پیش تست

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سپهبد به جان و به تن خویش تست

“My life and all my possessions are laid before you; this commander is yours in soul and body, as your true kin."”

#75

سیاوش برو آفرین کرد سخت

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که از گوهر تو مگر داد بخت

“Siyavash bestowed lavish praise upon him, saying: "May fate give fulfillment through your noble lineage!"”

#76

سپاس از خدای جهان آفرین

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کزویست آرام و پرخاش و کین

“"Praise be to God, Creator of the world, from Whom come all peace, conflict, and vengeance."”

#77

سپه‌دار دست سیاوش به‌دست

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بیامد به تخت مهی بر نشست

“The warlord took Siyavash hand in hand, and together they ascended and sat upon the royal throne.”

#78

به روی سیاوش نگه کرد و گفت

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که این را به گیتی کسی نیست جفت

“He gazed upon Siyavash's countenance and said: "In all the world, none is his equal or match.”

#79

نه زین‌گونه مردم بود در جهان

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چنین روی و بالا و فر و مهان

“Never hath such a man existed in the world—with such face, stature, divine grace, and majestic dignity."”

#80

ازان پس به پیران چنین گفت رد

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که کاووس تندست و اندک خرد

“Thereafter the noble king spoke to Piran thus: "Kay Kavus is fierce-tempered and of little wisdom."”

#81

که بشکیبد از روی چونین پسر

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چنین برز بالا و چندین هنر

“Who could refrain from gazing upon such a youth, of such stature and possessed of such countless talents?”

#82

مرا دیده از خوب دیدار او

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بمانده‌ست دل خیره از کار او

“My eyes are filled with wonder at his handsome countenance, and my heart remains bedazzled by his nobility.”

#83

که فرزند باشد کسی را چنین

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دو دیده بگرداند اندر زمین

“If any man should be blessed with such a son, he would cast his admiring eyes over all the earth with pride.”

#84

از ایوان‌ها پس یکی برگزید

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همه کاخ زربفت‌ها گسترید

“Then he selected one among the royal palaces and adorned the entire hall with gold-woven carpets.”

#85

یکی تخت زرین نهادند پیش

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همه پایها چون سر گاومیش

“They placed a golden throne before him, its legs carved in the likeness of bullheads.”

#86

به دیبای چینی بیاراستند

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فراوان پرستندگان خواستند

“They adorned the palace with Chinese brocade and summoned numerous attendants to serve him.”

#87

بفرمود پس تا رود سوی کاخ

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بباشد به کام و نشیند فراخ

“Then the king commanded Siyavash to proceed to the palace, to dwell there in comfort and ease.”

#88

سیاوش چو در پیش ایوان رسید

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سر طاق ایوان به کیوان رسید

“As Siyavash arrived before the magnificent palace, its vaulted arch seemed to reach up to the high heavens.”

#89

بیامد بران تخت زر بر نشست

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هشیوار جان اندر اندیشه بست

“He took his seat upon that golden throne, his wise soul bound in deep contemplation.”

#90

چو خوان سپهبد بیاراستند

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کس آمد سیاووش را خواستند

“When the ruler's banquet table was prepared, a messenger came to invite Siyavash to the feast.”

#91

ز هر گونه‌ای رفت بر خوان سخن

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همه شادمانی فگندند بن

“At the feast, talk of all kinds flowed freely, laying the foundation for utter joy and delight.”

#92

چو از خوان سالار برخاستند

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نشستنگه می بیاراستند

“When they arose from the commander's banquet, they adorned the hall for the drinking of wine.”

#93

برفتند با رود و رامشگران

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بباده نشستند یکسر سران

“Accompanied by lutes and minstrels, all the nobles sat together to partake of the wine.”

#94

بدو داد جان و دل افراسیاب

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همی بی سیاوش نیامدش خواب

“Afrasiab surrendered his heart and soul to him; indeed, no sleep would come to him without Siyavash present.”

#95

همی خورد می تا جهان تیره شد

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سرمیگساران ز می خیره شد

“They drank wine until the world grew dark, and the heads of the cupbearers became heavy and dazzled with wine.”

#96

سیاوش به ایوان خرامید شاد

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به مستی ز ایران نیامدش یاد

“Siyavash strolled happily to his palace, and in his merry intoxication, no thought of Iran crossed his mind.”

#97

بدان شب هم اندر بفرمود شاه

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بدان کس که بودند بر بزمگاه

“That very night, the king gave commands to all those who had been present at the banquet feast.”

#98

چنین گفت با شیده افراسیاب

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که چون سر برآرد سیاوش ز خواب

“Afrasiab spoke thus unto Shideh: 'As soon as Siyavash awakens from his sleep...'”

#99

تو با پهلوانان و خویشان من

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کسی کاو بود مهتر انجمن

“'Thou, together with my champions and kinsmen, and whosoever is a chief among the assembly...'”

#100

به شبگیر با هدیه و با غلام

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گرانمایه اسپان زرین ستام

“'Go at dawn with gifts and servants, leading precious steeds equipped with golden bridles.'”

#101

ز لشکر همی هر کسی با نثار

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ز دینار وز گوهر شاهوار

“'Let everyone from the army come with offerings of gold coins and royal jewels.'”

#102

ازین‌گونه پیش سیاوش روند

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هشیوار و بیدار و خامش روند

“'In this wise shall they proceed before Siyavash—prudent, attentive, and respectful in silence.'”

#103

فراوان سپهبد فرستاد چیز

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بدین گونه یک هفته بگذشت نیز

“The monarch sent countless treasures, and in this manner, another week passed by.”

#104

شبی با سیاوش چنین گفت شاه

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که فردا بسازیم هر دو پگاه

“One evening the king said unto Siyavash: 'Tomorrow at early dawn let us both prepare...'”

#105

که با گوی و چوگان به میدان شویم

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زمانی بتازیم و خندان شویم

“'To enter the sports field with ball and polo mallet, to gallop for a while and share joyful smiles.'”

#106

ز هر کس شنیدم که چوگان تو

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نبینند گردان به میدان تو

“'I have heard from everyone that warriors cannot match thy mastery of the polo stick on the field.'”

#107

تو فرزند مایی و زیبای گاه

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تو تاج کیانی و پشت سپاه

“'Thou art as our own son, worthy of the throne, the glory of the royal crown and the mainstay of the host.'”

#108

بدو گفت شاها انوشه بدی

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روان را به دیدار توشه بدی

“Siyavash replied: 'O King, mayest thou live immortal! Beholding thee is solace and sustenance for my soul.'”

#109

همی از تو جویند شاهان هنر

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که یابد به هرکار بر تو گذر

“'It is from thee that rulers seek excellence, for who can surpass thee in any deed?'”

#110

مرا روز روشن به دیدار تست

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همی از تو خواهم بد و نیک جست

“'My bright day is illuminated by thy presence; it is through thy guidance that I seek good and evil.'”

#111

به شبگیر گردان به میدان شدند

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گرازان و تازان و خندان شدند

“At early dawn, the champions went to the field, proudly galloping, charging, and full of laughter.”

#112

چنین گفت پس شاه توران بدوی

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که یاران گزینیم در زخم گوی

“Then the King of Turan said unto him: 'Let us choose companions for striking the polo ball.'”

#113

تو باشی بدان‌روی و زین‌روی من

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بدو نیم هم زین نشان انجمن

“'Thou shalt lead that side, and I this side, dividing the assembly into two equal teams.'”

#114

سیاوش بدو گفت کای شهریار

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کجا باشدم دست و چوگان به کار

“Siyavash said to him: 'O Sovereign! How could my hand and polo mallet avail against thee?'”

#115

برابر نیارم زدن با تو گوی

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به میدان هم‌آورد دیگر بجوی

“'I dare not strike the ball against thee; seek another adversary in the field to match thee!'”

#116

چو هستم سزاوار یار توام

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برین پهن میدان سوار توام

“"Since I am worthy to be your companion, I am your rider upon this broad field."”

#117

سپهبد ز گفتار او شاد شد

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سخن گفتن هر کسی باد شد

“The commander was delighted by his words, and all others' talk turned to empty wind.”

#118

به جان و سر شاه کاووس گفت

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که با من تو باشی هم‌آورد و جفت

“He swore by the life and head of King Kavus, "You shall be my equal match and partner."”

#119

هنر کن به پیش سواران پدید

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بدان تا نگویند کاو بد گزید

“"Display your prowess before the horsemen, so they may not say I chose unwisely."”

#120

کنند آفرین بر تو مردان من

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شگفته شود روی خندان من

“"So that my men may shower praises upon you, and my smiling face may bloom with joy."”

#121

سیاوش بدو گفت فرمان تراست

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سواران و میدان و چوگان تراست

“Siyavash replied to him, "The command is yours; the riders, the field, and the polo-mallet are yours."”

#122

سپهبد گزین کرد کلباد را

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چو گرسیوز و جهن و پولاد را

“The chieftain chose Kolbad, alongside Garsivaz, Jahan, and Pulad.”

#123

چو پیران و نستیهن جنگجوی

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چو هومان که بردارد از آب گوی

“As well as Piran, the warlike Nastihan, and Homan, who could scoop the ball right out of water.”

#124

به نزد سیاووش فرستاد یار

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چو رویین و چون شیدهٔ نامدار

“To Siyavash he sent as companions such champions as Ruyin and the famed Shideh.”

#125

دگر اندریمان سوار دلیر

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چو ارجاسپ اسپ افگن نره شیر

“And also Andariman, the valiant rider, and Arjasp, horse-felling like a fierce lion.”

#126

سیاوش چنین گفت کای نامجوی

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ازیشان که یارد شدن پیش‌گوی

“Siyavash said, "O seeker of fame! Against such men, who would dare step before the ball?"”

#127

همه یار شاهند و تنها منم

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نگهبان چوگان یکتا منم

“"They are all the King's allies while I am alone, the sole guardian of my own polo stick."”

#128

گر ایدونک فرمان دهد شهریار

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بیارم به میدان ز ایران سوار

“"If the King permits, I shall bring horsemen of Iran onto the field."”

#129

مرا یار باشند بر زخم گوی

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بران سان که آیین بود بر دو روی

“"That they may assist me in striking the ball, as is the custom of a fair two-sided match."”

#130

سپهبد چو بشنید زو داستان

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بران داستان گشت هم داستان

“When the warlord heard his proposal, he readily agreed to his terms.”

#131

سیاوش از ایرانیان هفت مرد

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گزین کرد شایستهٔ کارکرد

“Siyavash selected seven men from the Iranians, worthy and skilled in action.”

#132

خروش تبیره ز میدان بخاست

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همی خاک با آسمان گشت راست

“The roar of drums echoed from the field, and dust rose up to meet the sky.”

#133

از آوای سنج و دم کره نای

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تو گفتی بجنبید میدان ز جای

“From the sound of cymbals and the blast of horns, you would say the field itself quaked from its bed.”

#134

سیاووش برانگیخت اسپ نبرد

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چو گوی اندر آمد به پیشش به گرد

“Siyavash spurred his charger forward, as the ball rolled before him in a swirl of dust.”

#135

بزد هم چنان چون به میدان رسید

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بران سان که از چشم شد ناپدید

“No sooner did he reach the pitch than he struck the ball so hard it vanished from sight.”

#136

بفرمود پس شهریار بلند

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که گویی به نزد سیاوش برند

“Thereupon the lofty king commanded that another ball be brought to Siyavash.”

#137

سیاوش بران گوی بر داد بوس

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برآمد خروشیدن نای و کوس

“Siyavash pressed a kiss upon the ball, as the clamor of pipes and drums resounded again.”

#138

سیاوش به اسپی دگر برنشست

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بیانداخت آن گوی خسرو به دست

“Siyavash mounted a fresh steed, and the king tossed the ball into the air with his own hand.”

#139

ازان پس به چوگان برو کار کرد

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چنان شد که با ماه دیدار کرد

“Then Siyavash struck it with his mallet so high it seemed to meet the distant moon.”

#140

ز چوگان او گوی شد ناپدید

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تو گفتی سپهرش همی برکشید

“Beneath his mallet the ball vanished into the air, as though the firmament itself drew it upward.”

#141

ازان گوی خندان شد افراسیاب

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سر نامداران برآمد ز خواب

“At that strike, Afrasiab smiled with delight, and the heads of noble lords arose as if awakened.”

#142

به آواز گفتند هرگز سوار

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ندیدیم بر زین چنین نامدار

“With one voice they exclaimed, "Never have we witnessed such a glorious knight upon a saddle!"”

#143

ز میدان به یکسو نهادند گاه

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بیامد نشست از برگاه شاه

“They set the royal throne to one side of the field; Siyavash approached and sat beside the King's throne.”

#144

سیاووش بنشست با او به تخت

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به دیدار او شاد شد شاه سخت

“Siyavash sat with him upon the throne, and the King rejoiced exceedingly in his presence.”

#145

به لشگر چنین گفت پس نامجوی

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که میدان شما را و چوگان و گوی

“Then the renowned monarch said to his army, "The field, the mallet, and the ball are now yours."”

#146

همی ساختند آن دو لشکر نبرد

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برآمد همی تا به خورشید گرد

“The two armies engaged in the contest, raising dust that reached up to the sun.”

#147

چو ترکان به تندی بیاراستند

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همی بردن گوی را خواستند

“As the Turanians eagerly arrayed themselves, striving to carry off the ball,”

#148

ربودند ایرانیان گوی پیش

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بماندند ترکان ز کردار خویش

“The Iranians snatched the ball first, leaving the Turks baffled by their swift play.”

#149

سیاووش غمی گشت ز ایرانیان

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سخن گفت بر پهلوانی زبان

“Siyavash grew troubled by the Iranians' aggressive display, and spoke to them in the Pahlavi tongue:”

#150

که میدان بازیست گر کارزار

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برین گردش و بخشش روزگار

“"Is this a playing field or a battlefield? Show restraint under the turns of fortune!"”

#151

چو میدان سرآید بتابید روی

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بدیشان سپارید یک‌بار گوی

“When the field comes to an end, turn back your faces and yield the polo ball to them at once.”

#152

سواران عنانها کشیدند نرم

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نکردند زان پس گسی اسپ گرم

“The riders gently pulled their reins, no longer spurring their steeds to swift movement.”

#153

یکی گوی ترکان بینداختند

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به کردار آتش همی تاختند

“The Turanians struck a polo ball and rode swiftly like blazing fire.”

#154

سپهبد چو آواز ترکان شنود

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بدانست کان پهلوانی چه بود

“When the commander heard the shout of the Turanians, he knew what prowess lay behind it.”

#155

چنین گفت پس شاه توران سپاه

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که گفته‌ست با من یکی نیک‌خواه

“Then spoke the King of the Turanian host: "A well-wisher once remarked to me,"”

#156

که او را ز گیتی کسی نیست جفت

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به تیر و کمان چون گشاید دو سفت

“"That in all the world he has no peer when he readies his bow and opens his shoulders."”

#157

سیاوش چو گفتار مهتر شنید

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ز قربان کمان کیی برکشید

“When Siyavash heard the monarch's words, he drew a royal bow from his quiver.”

#158

سپهبد کمان خواست تا بنگرد

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یکی برگراید که فرمان برد

“The commander asked for the bow to examine it, testing its strength to see if it would yield to command.”

#159

کمان را نگه کرد و خیره بماند

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بسی آفرین کیانی بخواند

“He gazed upon the bow in utter amazement and bestowed many royal blessings.”

#160

به گرسیوز تیغ زن داد مه

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که خانه بمال و در آور به زه

“The sovereign passed it to Garsivaz the swordsman, saying: "Bend its limbs and string it!"”

#161

بکوشید تا بر زه آرد کمان

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نیامد برو خیره شد بدگمان

“Garsivaz strove hard to string the bow, but failed; he stood baffled and filled with suspicion.”

#162

ازو شاه بستد به زانو نشست

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بمالید خانه کمان را به دست

“The King took it back from him and sank to his knee, pressing the bow's arms with his hands.”

#163

به زه کرد و خندان چنین گفت شاه

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که اینت کمانی چو باید به راه

“He strung it at last, and smiling, declared: "Here is a bow fit for the battlefield!"”

#164

مرا نیز گاه جوانی کمان

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چنین بود و اکنون دگر شد زمان

“"In my own youth, my bow was just like this, but now times have changed for me."”

#165

به توران و ایران کس این را به چنگ

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نیارد گرفتن به هنگام جنگ

“"Neither in Turan nor in Iran could anyone grasp such a bow in the hour of battle."”

#166

بر و یال و کتف سیاوش جزین

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نخواهد کمان نیز بر دشت کین

“"The chest, shoulders, and stature of Siyavash demand no lesser bow upon the field of strife."”

#167

نشانی نهادند بر اسپریس

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سیاوش نکرد ایچ با کس مکیس

“They set up a target on the riding arena, and Siyavash raised no objection or complaint.”

#168

نشست از بر بادپایی چو دیو

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برافشارد ران و برآمد غریو

“He mounted a swift steed fierce as a demon; he pressed his thighs, and a roar went up.”

#169

یکی تیر زد بر میان نشان

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نهاده بدو چشم گردنکشان

“He shot an arrow right into the center of the target, while all the proud nobles watched in suspense.”

#170

خدنگی دگر باره با چارپر

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بینداخت از باد و بگشاد پر

“Then he let fly another four-feathered poplar arrow, which sped like the wind and took flight.”

#171

نشانه دوباره به یک تاختن

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مغربل بکرد اندر انداختن

“In a single gallop, he struck the target again, riddling it like a sieve with his shots.”

#172

عنان را بپیچید بر دست راست

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بزد بار دیگر بران سو که خواست

“Turning his reins to the right, he struck once more wherever he aimed.”

#173

کمان را به زه بر بباز و فگند

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بیامد بر شهریار بلند

“Slinging the strung bow over his shoulder, he rode up to the exalted monarch.”

#174

فرود آمد و شاه برپای خاست

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برو آفرین ز آفریننده خواست

“He dismounted, and the King rose to his feet, invoking the Creator's blessings upon him.”

#175

وزان جایگه سوی کاخ بلند

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برفتند شادان دل و ارجمند

“From that place they departed toward the lofty palace, joyous in heart and highly honored.”

#176

نشستند خوان و می آراستند

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کسی کاو سزا بود بنشاستند

“They sat down, arrayed tables and wine, and seated everyone according to their worthy rank.”

#177

میی چند خوردند و گشتند شاد

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به نام سیاووش کردند یاد

“They drank several goblets of wine and grew merry, toasting to the name of Siyavash.”

#178

بخوان بر یکی خلعت آراست شاه

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از اسپ و ستام و ز تخت و کلاه

“At the feast, the King prepared a royal robe of honor, including horses, harness, a throne, and a crown.”

#179

همان دست زر جامهٔ نابرید

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که اندر جهان پیش ازان کس ندید

“Along with bolts of uncut golden cloth, such as no one in the world had ever seen before.”

#180

ز دینار وز بدرهای درم

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ز یاقوت و پیروزه و بیش و کم

“Bags of gold dinars and silver dirhams, rubies and turquoises in great measure.”

#181

پرستار بسیار و چندی غلام

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یکی پر ز یاقوت رخشنده جام

“Numerous handmaidens and several servant boys, and a glittering cup filled with precious rubies.”

#182

بفرمود تا خواسته بشمرند

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همه سوی کاخ سیاوش برند

“He commanded the treasures to be counted and all conveyed to the palace of Siyavash.”

#183

ز هر کش به توران زمین خویش بود

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ورا مهربانی برو بیش بود

“Toward everyone in the land of Turan who was his kin, he showed even greater affection.”

#184

به خویشان چنین گفت کاو را همه

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شما خیل باشید هم چون رمه

“He said to his relatives: "Be to him a loyal troop, just like a devoted flock."”

#185

بدان شاهزاده چنین گفت شاه

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که یک روز با من به نخچیرگاه

“The King said to the prince: "Come with me one day to the hunting grounds."”

#186

گر آیی که دل شاد و خرم کنیم

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روان را به نخچیر بی‌غم کنیم

“Should you come, we will gladden and make joyful our hearts, and free our souls from care upon the hunting grounds.”

#187

بدو گفت هرگه که رای آیدت

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بران سو که دل رهنمای آیدت

“Siyavash replied to him: "Whenever it pleases your mind, and to whichever direction your heart guides you."”

#188

برفتند روزی به نخچیرگاه

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همی رفت با یوز و با باز شاه

“One day they departed for the hunting grounds; the king set forth with cheetahs and falcons.”

#189

سپاهی ز هرگونه با او برفت

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از ایران و توران بنخچیر تفت

“An army of all kinds accompanied him; warriors from Iran and Turan eagerly hastened to the hunt.”

#190

سیاوش به دشت اندرون گور دید

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چو باد از میان سپه بردمید

“Siyavash spotted an wild ass in the plain; like the swift wind, he charged out from the midst of the army.”

#191

سبک شد عنان و گران شد رکیب

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همی تاخت اندر فراز و نشیب

“Loosening his reins and pressing heavy on his stirrups, he galloped across every crest and hollow.”

#192

یکی را به شمشیر زد بدو نیم

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دو دستش ترازو بد و گور سیم

“He struck one wild ass with his sword, cleaving it in two, as though his hands were a balance and the beast pure silver.”

#193

به یک جو ز دیگر گرانتر نبود

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نظاره شد آن لشکر شاه زود

“Neither half weighed even a barleycorn more than the other; the king's host stood marveling in gaze.”

#194

بگفتند یکسر همه انجمن

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که اینت سرافراز و شمشیرزن

“The whole assembly cried out as one: "Behold such an exalted champion and swordsman!"”

#195

به آواز گفتند یک با دگر

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که ما را بد آمد ز ایران به سر

“They whispered among themselves in hushed voices: "Evil has come upon us from Iran!"”

#196

سر سروران اندر آمد به تنگ

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سزد گر بسازیم با شاه جنگ

“"Our sovereign leaders are pressed into peril; it would be fitting were we to prepare for war against this king."”

#197

سیاوش همیدون به نخچیر بود

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همی تاخت و افگند در دشت گور

“Siyavash, meanwhile, remained engrossed in the hunt, galloping swiftly and felling wild asses across the plain.”

#198

به غار و به کوه و به هامون بتاخت

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بشمشیر و تیر و بنیزه بیاخت

“He charged through caves, mountains, and open plains, laying low game with sword, arrow, and lance.”

#199

به هر جایگه بر یکی توده کرد

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سپه را ز نخچیر آسوده کرد

“He piled up mounds of game in every place, providing prey in abundance for all the host.”

#200

وزان جایگه سوی ایوان شاه

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همه شاد دل برگرفتند راه

“And from that place, glad at heart, they all set off back toward the royal palace.”

#201

سپهبد چه شادان چه بودی دژم

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بجز با سیاوش نبودی به هم

“Whether the commander was joyous or sorrowful, he shared his company with none save Siyavash.”

#202

ز جهن و ز گرسیوز و هرک بود

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به کس راز نگشاد و شادان نبود

“Neither to Jahal nor Garsivaz, nor anyone else, did he reveal his secrets or show a joyous heart.”

#203

مگر با سیاوش بدی روز و شب

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ازو برگشادی به خنده دو لب

“Except with Siyavash, with whom he spent night and day, parting his lips in smiles only for him.”

#204

برین گونه یک سال بگذاشتند

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غم و شادمانی بهم داشتند

“In this manner a whole year passed, as they shared both sorrow and delight together.”

#205

سیاوش یکی روز و پیران بهم

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نشستند و گفتند هر بیش و کم

“One day, Siyavash and Piran sat together and spoke of all matters, great and small.”

#206

بدو گفت پیران کزین بوم و بر

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چنانی که باشد کسی برگذر

“Piran said to him: "In this land, you dwell like a traveler merely passing through."”

#207

بدین مهربانی که بر تست شاه

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به نام تو خسپد به آرامگاه

“"With such affection as the King bears for you, he goes to sleep uttering your name."”

#208

چنان دان که خرم بهارش توی

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نگارش تویی غمگسارش تویی

“"Know that you are his radiant spring, his cherished idol, and the comforter of his grief."”

#209

بزرگی و فرزند کاووس شاه

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سر از بس هنرها رسیده به ماه

“"You are a prince of greatness, the son of King Kavus, whose towering virtues reach up to the moon."”

#210

پدر پیر سر شد تو برنا دلی

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نگر سر ز تاج کیی نگسلی

“"Your father has grown aged, while your heart is young; take care not to sever your bond with the Kayanid crown!"”

#211

به ایران و توران توی شهریار

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ز شاهان یکی پرهنر یادگار

“"In both Iran and Turan you are a rightful ruler, a glorious and highly accomplished memorial of kings."”

#212

بنه دل برین بوم و جایی بساز

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چنان چون بود درخور کام و ناز

“"Bind your heart to this realm and establish your home, worthy of your desire and royal grandeur."”

#213

نبینمت پیوستهٔ خون کسی

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کجا داردی مهر بر تو بسی

“"Yet I see you allied by blood to no one here, though everyone holds deep affection for you."”

#214

برادر نداری نه خواهر نه زن

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چو شاخ گلی بر کنار چمن

“"You have no brother, no sister, nor wife here; you stand like a lonely rose branch at the meadow's edge."”

#215

یکی زن نگه کن سزاوار خویش

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از ایران منه درد و تیمار پیش

“"Choose for yourself a wife worthy of your nobility, and put aside the grief and cares of Iran."”

#216

پس از مرگ کاووس ایران تراست

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همان تاج و تخت دلیران تراست

“"After Kavus dies, Iran shall be yours, as well as the crown and throne of the brave."”

#217

پس پردهٔ شهریار جهان

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سه ماهست با زیور اندر نهان

“"Behind the curtain of the monarch of the world, three moon-like maidens dwell in hidden splendor."”

#218

اگر ماه را دیده بودی سیاه

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از ایشان نه برداشتی چشم ماه

“"If the moon itself could look upon them, it would darken with envy and never turn its gaze away."”

#219

سه اندر شبستان گرسیوزاند

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که از مام وز باب با پروزاند

“"And three dwell in the inner chamber of Garsivaz, noble of mother and father, filled with grace."”

#220

نبیره فریدون و فرزند شاه

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که هم جاه دارند و هم تاج و گاه

“"Descendants of Fereydun and children of kings, possessing both majesty, crown, and high status."”

#221

ولیکن ترا آن سزاوارتر

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که از دامن شاه جویی گهر

“Yet for you it is far more worthy to seek a precious gem from the king's own lineage.”

#222

پس پردهٔ من چهارند خرد

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چو باید ترا بنده باید شمرد

“Behind my curtain are four young daughters; if you wish, consider them your humble maidservants.”

#223

ازیشان جریرست مهتر بسال

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که از خوبرویان ندارد همال

“Among them, Jarireh is the eldest in years, who has no equal among the fair maidens.”

#224

یکی دختری هست آراسته

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چو ماه درخشنده با خواسته

“She is an adorned daughter, shining bright like the radiant moon and blessed with wealth and grace.”

#225

نخواهد کسی را که آن رای نیست

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بجز چهر شاهش دلارای نیست

“She desires no one unless it meets your choice; except for the king's royal face, nothing charms her heart.”

#226

ز خوبان جریرست انباز تو

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بود روز رخشنده دمساز تو

“Among the beauties, Jarireh is your fit companion, to be the soulmate of your shining days.”

#227

اگر رای باشد ترا بنده‌ایست

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به پیش تو اندر پرستنده‌ایست

“If it be your desire, she is your devoted handmaid, standing ready to serve before you.”

#228

سیاوش بدو گفت دارم سپاس

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مرا خود ز فرزند برتر شناس

“Siyavash said to him: 'I am deeply grateful; consider me as even closer to you than a son.'”

#229

گر او باشدم نازش جان و تن

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نخواهم جزو کس ازین انجمن

“'If she becomes the pride of my soul and body, I desire no one else from all this court.'”

#230

سپاسی نهی زین همی بر سرم

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که تا زنده‌ام حق آن نسپرم

“'You bestow such a favor upon me that as long as I live, I cannot fully repay my debt to it.'”

#231

پس آنگاه پیران ز نزدیک اوی

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سوی خانهٔ خویش بنهاد روی

“Then Piran turned his steps away from Siyavash and headed towards his own home.”

#232

چو پیران ز پیش سیاوش برفت

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به نزدیک گلشهر تازید تفت

“When Piran departed from Siyavash, he swiftly hastened to Golshahr's presence.”

#233

بدو گفت کار جریره بساز

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به فر سیاووش خسرو به ناز

“He said to her: 'Prepare Jarireh's wedding affairs with elegance, worthy of the royal glory of Siyavash.'”

#234

چگونه نباشیم امروز شاد

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که داماد باشد نبیره قباد

“'How should we not rejoice today, when our groom is the grandson of King Qobad?'”

#235

بیاورد گلشهر دخترش را

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نهاد از بر تارک افسرش را

“Golshahr brought forth her daughter and placed a royal crown upon her head.”

#236

به دیبا و دینار و در و درم

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به بوی و به رنگ و به هر بیش و کم

“Adorned with silk, gold coins, pearls, silver, precious scents, fine colors, and every luxurious abundance.”

#237

بیاراست او را چو خرم بهار

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فرستاد در شب بر شهریار

“She decorated her like the verdant spring and sent her by night unto the prince.”

#238

مراو را بپیوست با شاه نو

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نشاند از بر گاه چون ماه نو

“She wedded her to the young king and seated her upon the throne like the new moon.”

#239

ندانست کس گنج او را شمار

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ز یاقوت و ز تاج گوهرنگار

“None could measure the vastness of her dowry and treasures of rubies and jeweled crowns.”

#240

سیاوش چو روی جریره بدید

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خوش آمدش خندید و شادی گزید

“When Siyavash beheld Jarireh's lovely face, he was delighted, smiled, and embraced true joy.”

#241

همی بود با او شب و روز شاد

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نیامد ز کاووس و دستانش یاد

“He remained happy with her day and night, no longer reflecting upon Kavus or Dastan.”

#242

برین نیز چندی بگردید چرخ

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سیاووش را بد ز نیکیش برخ

“Thus the wheel of heaven turned for a time, and Siyavash enjoyed his share of goodness and fortune.”

#243

ورا هر زمان پیش افراسیاب

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فزونتر بدی حشمت و جاه و آب

“With every passing moment before Afrasiab, his grandeur, rank, and dignity grew ever greater.”

#244

یکی روز پیران به به روزگار

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سیاووش را گفت کای نامدار

“One day, during an auspicious hour, Piran said to Siyavash: 'O renowned prince!'”

#245

تو دانی که سالار توران سپاه

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ز اوج فلک برفرازد کلاه

“'You know that the sovereign of Turan's host raises his crown to the highest heavens.'”

#246

شب و روز روشن روانش توی

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دل و هوش و توش و توانش توی

“'Day and night, you are the light of his spirit, his heart, mind, strength, and power.'”

#247

چو با او تو پیوستهٔ خون شوی

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ازین پایه هر دم به افزون شوی

“'When you become bound to him by ties of blood, from this station you will rise higher every moment.'”

#248

بباشد امیدش به تو استوار

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که خواهی بدن پیش او پایدار

“'His hope in you will become steadfast, knowing you will stand loyal before him.'”

#249

اگر چند فرزند من خویش تست

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مرا غم ز بهر کم و بیش تست

“'Though my own daughter is your wife, my constant care is for your greater prosperity and honor.'”

#250

فرنگیس مهتر ز خوبان اوی

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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.'”

#251

به بالا ز سرو سهی برترست

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ز مشک سیه بر سرش افسرست

“'In stature she excels the upright cypress, and a crown of dark musk rests upon her head.'”

#252

هنرها و دانش ز اندازه بیش

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خرد را پرستار دارد به پیش

“'Her talents and wisdom are beyond measure; she has intellect standing as her servant.'”

#253

از افراسیاب ار بخواهی رواست

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چنو بت به کشمیر و کابل کجاست

“'If you ask for her hand from Afrasiab, it is most fit; where could such a jewel be found in Kashmir or Kabul?'”

#254

شود شاه پرمایه پیوند تو

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درفشان شود فر و اورند تو

“'That glorious king will become your father-in-law, and your divine fortune and throne will shine resplendent.'”

#255

چو فرمان دهی من بگویم بدوی

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بجویم بدین نزد او آبروی

“'If you give the word, I will speak to him and seek honor for you in this matter before him.'”

#256

سیاوش به پیران نگه کرد و گفت

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که فرمان یزدان نشاید نهفت

“Siyavash looked toward Piran and said, 'The divine decree of God cannot be concealed.'”

#257

اگر آسمانی چنین است رای

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مرا با سپهر روان نیست پای

“'If such is the judgment of heaven, I have no strength to resist the turning sky.'”

#258

اگر من به ایران نخواهم رسید

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نخواهم همی روی کاووس دید

“'If I am never to reach Iran again, nor look upon the face of Kay Kavus...'”

#259

چو دستان که پروردگار منست

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تهمتن که روشن بهار منست

“'...nor see Zal Dastan, who raised me, nor Tahamtan (Rostam), who is my radiant spring...'”

#260

چو بهرام و چون زنگهٔ شاوران

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جزین نامدران کنداوران

“'...nor Bahram, nor Zangeh-ye Shavaran, nor any of those renowned warriors...'”

#261

چو از روی ایشان بباید برید

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به توران همی جای باید گزید

“'...since I must sever myself from their sight, I must choose Turan as my permanent home.'”

#262

پدر باش و این کدخدایی بساز

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مگو این سخن با زمین جز به راز

“'Act as a father to me and arrange this marriage, and speak of this matter to no one except in secret.'”

#263

اگر بخت باشد مرا نیکخواه

✦

همانا دهد ره به پیوند شاه

“'If fortune favors me, it will surely grant passage to a union with the King.'”

#264

همی گفت و مژگان پر از آب کرد

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همی برزد اندر میان باد سرد

“He spoke thus while tears filled his eyelashes, letting out cold sighs from his breast.”

#265

بدو گفت پیران که با روزگار

✦

نسازد خرد یافته کارزار

“Piran said to him, 'A wise man does not wage war against the workings of fate.'”

#266

نیابی گذر تو ز گردان سپهر

✦

کزویست آرام و پرخاش و مهر

“'You cannot escape the revolving sphere, from which come peace, conflict, and love alike.'”

#267

به ایران اگر دوستان داشتی

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به یزدان سپردی و بگذاشتی

“'If you had companions in Iran, you left them in God's keeping and moved onward.'”

#268

نشست و نشانت کنون ایدرست

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سر تخت ایران به دست اندرست

“'Your home and station are now here; in truth, the sovereign seat of Iran rests in your hands.'”

#269

بگفت این و برخاست از پیش او

✦

چو آگاه گشت از کم و بیش او

“He said this and rose from before him, once he had learned of all his thoughts and desires.”

#270

به شادی بشد تا بدرگاه شاه

✦

فرود آمد و برگشادند راه

“He went joyfully to the King's royal court, dismounted, and the guards opened the path for him.”

#271

همی بود بر پیش او یک زمان

✦

بدو گفت سالار نیکوگمان

“He stood before him for a moment, whereupon the noble-minded ruler said to him:”

#272

که چندین چه باشی به پیشم به پای

✦

چه خواهی به گیتی چه آیدت رای

“'Why do you stand before me for so long? What do you seek in the world, and what thought has come to you?'”

#273

سپاه و در گنج من پیش تست

✦

مرا سودمندی کم و بیش تست

“'My army and treasure doors are at your service; my gain lies in whatever benefits you.'”

#274

کسی کاو به زندان و بند منست

✦

گشادنش درد و گزند منست

“'Whoever is in my prison and bonds—releasing him brings me pain and harm.'”

#275

ز خشم و ز بند من آزاد گشت

✦

ز بهر تو پیگار من باد گشت

“'Yet for your sake, he was freed from my wrath and captivity, and my strife vanished into the wind.'”

#276

ز بسیار و اندک چه باید بخواه

✦

ز تیغ و ز مهر و ز تخت و کلاه

“'Whatever you need, whether much or little—sword, royal seal, throne, or crown—ask for it!'”

#277

خردمند پاسخ چنین داد باز

✦

که از تو مبادا جهان بی‌نیاز

“The wise counselor replied, 'May the world never be independent of your bounty!'”

#278

مرا خواسته هست و گنج و سپاه

✦

به بخت تو هم تیغ و هم تاج و گاه

“'Through your good fortune, I already possess wealth, treasure, armies, sword, crown, and throne.'”

#279

ز بهر سیاوش پیامی دراز

✦

رسانم به گوش سپهبد به راز

“'I bring a lengthy message on behalf of Siyavash, to convey secretly into the commander's ear.'”

#280

مرا گفت با شاه ترکان بگوی

✦

که من شاد دل گشتم و نامجوی

“'He told me: Say to the King of the Turks that I have become glad of heart and seeker of glory.'”

#281

بپروردیم چون پدر در کنار

✦

همه شادی آورد بخت تو بار

“'"You nurtured me like a father in your bosom; your good fortune has borne the fruit of joy."'”

#282

کنون همچنین کدخدایی بساز

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به نیک و بد از تو نیم بی‌نیاز

“'"Now likewise arrange a marriage for me, for in good and ill I am not independent of you."'”

#283

پس پردهٔ تو یکی دخترست

✦

که ایوان و تخت مرا درخورست

“'"Behind your veil resides a daughter who is worthy of my palace and royal throne."'”

#284

فرنگیس خواند همی مادرش

✦

شود شاد اگر باشم اندر خورش

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

#285

پراندیشه شد جان افراسیاب

✦

چنین گفت با دیده کرده پرآب

“The soul of Afrasiab grew filled with anxiety; with tear-filled eyes, he spoke thus:”

#286

که من گفته‌ام پیش ازین داستان

✦

نبودی بران گفته همداستان

“'I have told a prophecy before this, yet you did not agree with what I said.'”

#287

چنین گفت با من یکی هوشمند

✦

که رایش خرد بود و دانش بلند

“'A wise man spoke thus to me—one whose counsel was wisdom and whose knowledge was exalted:'”

#288

که ای دایهٔ بچهٔ شیرنر

✦

چه رنجی که جان هم نیاری به بر

“'"O fosterer of a fierce lion cub! Why endure such labor, when you cannot even protect your own life?"'”

#289

و دیگر که از پیش کندآوران

✦

ز کار ستاره شمر بخردان

“'And furthermore, wise astrologers from among the brave heroes...'”

#290

شمار ستاره به پیش پدر

✦

همی راندندی همه دربدر

“'...recited the reckoning of the stars chapter by chapter in the presence of his father.'”

#291

کزین دو نژاده یکی شهریار

✦

بیاید بگیرد جهان در کنار

“That from these two noble lines a sovereign will rise, who shall embrace the entire world in his grasp.”

#292

به توران نماند برو بوم و رست

✦

کلاه من اندازد از کین نخست

“In Turan no land or growth shall remain, and out of vengeance he will first strike the crown from my head.”

#293

کنون باورم شد که او این بگفت

✦

که گردون گردان چه دارد نهفت

“Now I truly believe what he foretold, of what secrets the revolving sky holds concealed.”

#294

چرا کشت باید درختی به دست

✦

که بارش بود زهر و برگش کبست

“Why should one plant a tree with one's own hand whose fruit is poison and whose leaves are bitter colocynth?”

#295

ز کاووس وز تخم افراسیاب

✦

چو آتش بود تیز یا موج آب

“Offspring from Kay Kavus and the seed of Afrasiab will be fierce as fire or surging waves of water.”

#296

ندانم به توران گراید به مهر

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وگر سوی ایران کند پاک چهر

“I know not whether he will turn with love toward Turan, or direct his radiant face toward Iran.”

#297

چرا بر گمان زهر باید چشید

✦

دم مار خیره نباید گزید

“Why drink poison on mere suspicion? Nor should one rashly suffer the bite of a snake's breath.”

#298

بدو گفت پیران که ای شهریار

✦

دلت را بدین کار غمگین مدار

“Piran said to him: 'O King! Do not let your heart be grieved over this matter.'”

#299

کسی کز نژاد سیاوش بود

✦

خردمند و بیدار و خامش بود

“Whoever stems from the lineage of Siyavash is wise, vigilant, and tranquil in spirit.”

#300

بگفت ستاره‌شمر مگرو ایچ

✦

خردگیر و کار سیاوش بسیچ

“Pay no heed to the astrologer's words; embrace wisdom and prepare the affairs of Siyavash.”

#301

کزین دو نژاده یکی نامور

✦

برآرد به خورشید تابنده سر

“For from these two noble lines an illustrious hero shall rise, elevating his head to the radiant sun.”

#302

بایران و توران بود شهریار

✦

دو کشور برآساید از کارزار

“He will reign over both Iran and Turan, and both realms shall find rest from bitter warfare.”

#303

وگر زین نشان راز دارد سپهر

✦

بیفزایدش هم باندیشه مهر

“And even if the heavens hold secrets of another kind, fate will still increase goodwill through careful thought.”

#304

بخواهد بدن بی‌گمان بودنی

✦

نکاهد به پرهیز افزودنی

“Whatever is destined to be shall surely come to pass; caution cannot lessen that which is decreed to grow.”

#305

نگه کن که این کار فرخ بود

✦

ز بخت آنچ پرسند پاسخ بود

“Consider how auspicious this match is; whatever one asks of fortune, it yields the answer.”

#306

ز تخم فریدون وز کیقباد

✦

فروزنده‌تر زین نباشد نژاد

“From the seed of Fereydun and Kay Qobad, no lineage could shine more resplendently than this.”

#307

به پیران چنین گفت پس شهریار

✦

که رای تو بر بد نیاید به کار

“Then the king said to Piran: 'Your counsel never inclined toward evil.'”

#308

به فرمان و رای تو کردم سخن

✦

برو هرچ باید به خوبی بکن

“I yield my words to your command and wisdom; go and arrange all that is fitting with goodness.”

#309

دو تا گشت پیران و بردش نماز

✦

بسی آفرین کرد و برگشت باز

“Piran bowed low in reverence, showered him with praise, and turned to depart.”

#310

به نزد سیاوش خرامید زود

✦

برو بر شمرد آن کجا رفته بود

“He hastened swiftly to Siyavash and recounted to him all that had transpired.”

#311

نشستند شادان دل آن شب بهم

✦

به باده بشستند جان را ز غم

“Joyfully they sat together that night, washing away all grief from their souls with wine.”

#312

چو خورشید از چرخ گردنده سر

✦

برآورد برسان زرین سپر

“When the sun raised its head above the revolving sky like a golden shield,”

#313

سپهدار پیران میان را ببست

✦

یکی بارهٔ تیزرو برنشست

“Commander Piran girded his loins and mounted a swift steed.”

#314

به کاخ سیاووش بنهاد روی

✦

بسی آفرین خواند بر فر اوی

“He made his way toward the palace of Siyavash, singing many praises to his glorious radiance.”

#315

بدو گفت کامروز برساز کار

✦

به مهمانی دختر شهریار

“He said to him: 'Today make ready the arrangements for the reception of the king's daughter.'”

#316

چو فرمان دهی من سزاوار او

✦

میان را ببندم پی کار او

“'If you so command, I shall fitly belt myself to carry out all her preparations.'”

#317

سیاووش را دل پر آزرم بود

✦

ز پیران رخانش پر از شرم بود

“Siyavash's heart was filled with reverence, and his cheeks blushed with modest respect before Piran.”

#318

بدو گفت رو هرچ باید بساز

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تو دانی که از تو مرا نیست راز

“He said to him: 'Go, prepare whatever is needed; you know I keep no secrets from you.'”

#319

چو بشنید پیران سوی خانه رفت

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دل و جان ببست اندر آن کار تفت

“When Piran heard this, he went to his house, devoting his heart and soul eagerly to the task.”

#320

در خانهٔ جامهٔ نابرید

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به گلشهر بسپرد پیران کلید

“Piran handed the key to the chamber of uncut, precious fabrics over to Golshahr.”

#321

کجا بود کدبانوی پهلوان

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ستوده زنی بود روشن روان

“Who was the lady of the hero's household, a praised woman of luminous soul.”

#322

به گنج اندرون آنچ بد نامدار

✦

گزیده ز زربفت چینی هزار

“Whatever famous treasures lay within the vault, including a thousand pieces of choice Chinese brocade,”

#323

زبرجد طبقها و پیروزه جام

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پر از نافهٔ مشک و پر عود خام

“Emerald trays and turquoise cups, filled with pods of musk and raw aloeswood,”

#324

دو افسر پر از گوهر شاهوار

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دو یاره یکی طوق و دو گوشوار

“Two crowns studded with royal gems, two armlets, a necklace, and a pair of earrings,”

#325

ز گستردنیها شتروار شست

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ز زربفت پوشیدینها سه دست

“Sixty camel-loads of fine carpets and coverings, and three royal suits of gold-brocaded garments.”

#326

همه پیکرش سرخ کرده به زر

✦

برو بافته چند گونه گهر

“Its whole frame was gilded red with fine gold, woven throughout with gems of varied hue.”

#327

ز سیمین و زرین شتربار سی

✦

طبقها و از جامهٔ پارسی

“Thirty camel-loads of silver and golden wares, tray upon tray, alongside robes of Persian craft.”

#328

یکی تخت زرین و کرسی چهار

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سه نعلین زرین زبرجد نگار

“A throne of solid gold, four golden chairs, and three pairs of golden slippers studded with chrysolite.”

#329

پرستنده سیصد به زرین کلاه

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ز خویشان نزدیک صد نیک‌خواه

“Three hundred servants wearing golden caps, and a hundred well-wishing kinsmen of close blood.”

#330

پرستار با جام زرین دو شست

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گرفته ازان جام هر یک به دست

“Thrice twenty maidservants bearing golden goblets, each holding a cup firm in her hand.”

#331

همان صد طبق مشک و صد زعفران

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سپردند یکسر به فرمانبران

“Likewise a hundred trays of musk and a hundred of saffron were handed over completely to the stewards.”

#332

به زرین عماری و دیبا جلیل

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برفتند با خواسته خیل خیل

“In golden litters with brocade trappings, they moved in grand procession laden with riches.”

#333

بیاورد بانو ز بهر نثار

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ز دینار با خویشتن سی‌هزار

“The lady brought thirty thousand gold dinars with her to shower upon the couple as tribute.”

#334

به نزد فرنگیس بردند چیز

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روانشان پر از آفرین بود نیز

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

#335

وزان روی پیران و افراسیاب

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ز بهر سیاوش همه پرشتاب

“On the other side, Piran and Afrasiab moved with utmost haste for the sake of Siyavash.”

#336

به یک هفته بر مرغ و ماهی نخفت

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نیامد سر یک تن اندر نهفت

“For a whole week, neither bird nor fish slept; not a single person rested in seclusion.”

#337

زمین باغ گشت از کران تا کران

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ز شادی و آوای رامشگران

“The land became a garden from edge to edge, resounding with joy and the melodies of minstrelsy.”

#338

به پیوستگی بر گوا ساختند

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چو زین عهد و پیمان بپرداختند

“When they had fulfilled the covenants and terms of this union, they called forth witnesses.”

#339

پیامی فرستاد پیران چو دود

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به گلشهر گفتا فرنگیس زود

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

#340

هم امشب به کاخ سیاوش رود

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خردمند و بیدار و خامش رود

“—go this very night to Siyavash's palace, wise, vigilant, and serene.'”

#341

چو بانوی بشنید پیغام اوی

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به سوی فرنگیس بنهاد روی

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

#342

زمین را ببوسید گلشهر و گفت

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که خورشید را گشت ناهید جفت

“Golshahr kissed the ground before her and said: 'Venus has now become the consort of the Sun!”

#343

هم امشب بباید شدن نزد شاه

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بیاراستن گاه او را به ماه

“Tonight you must go to the king, to adorn his royal throne with the Moon's splendor.'”

#344

بیامد فرنگیس چون ماه نو

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به نزدیک آن تاجور شاه نو

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

#345

بدین کار بگذشت یک هفته نیز

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سپهبد بیاراست بسیار چیز

“Another week passed in this fashion, while the commander prepared abundant gifts.”

#346

از اسپان تازی و از گوسفند

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همان جوشن و خود و تیغ و کمند

“From Arabian steeds and flocks of sheep to coats of mail, helmets, swords, and lassos.”

#347

ز دینار و از بدرهای درم

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ز پوشیدنیها و از بیش و کم

“Bags of gold dinars and silver dirhams, costly garments, and every manner of wealth.”

#348

وزین مرز تا پیش دریای چین

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همی نام بردند شهر و زمین

“And from this border all the way to the Sea of China, they granted lands and named the cities.”

#349

به فرسنگ صد بود بالای او

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نشایست پیمود پهنای او

“A hundred leagues was the length of that realm, and its breadth defied all measure.”

#350

نوشتند منشور بر پرنیان

✦

همه پادشاهی به رسم کیان

“They wrote the royal charter on fine silk, bestowing the kingdom after the manner of Kayanid kings.”

#351

به خان سیاوش فرستاد شاه

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یکی تخت زرین و زرین کلاه

“The King dispatched to Siyavash's abode a throne of gold and a golden crown.”

#352

ازان پس بیاراست میدان سور

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هرآنکس که رفتی ز نزدیک و دور

“Thereafter he arrayed the feast-ground, welcoming all who came from near and far.”

#353

می و خوان و خوالیگران یافتی

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بخوردی و هرچند برتافتی

“They found wine, rich tables, and cooks, enjoying as much as they could possibly take.”

#354

ببردی و رفتی سوی خان خویش

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بدی شاد یک هفته مهمان خویش

“They carried off gifts to their homes and rejoiced for a week as guests of the feast.”

#355

در بسته زندانها برگشاد

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ازو شادمان بخت و او نیز شاد

“He threw open the locked doors of prisons; fortune was gladdened by him, and he too was joyful.”

#356

به هشتم سیاوش بیامد پگاه

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اباگرد پیران به نزدیک شاه

“On the eighth day at dawn, Siyavash came before the king accompanied by the hero Piran.”

#357

گرفتند هر دو برو آفرین

✦

که‌ای مهتر و شهریار زمین

“Both showered praises upon the King, saying: 'O noble prince and sovereign of the earth,”

#358

همیشه ترا جاودان باد روز

✦

به شادی و بدخواه را پشت کوز

“May thy fortune shine forever in joy, and may thy foe's back be bent in despair!'”

#359

وزان جایگه بازگشتند شاد

✦

بسی از جهاندار کردند یاد

“They departed thence in high spirits, giving abundant praise to the Ruler of the World.”

#360

چنین نیز یک سال گردان سپهر

✦

همی گشت بیدار بر داد و مهر

“Thus for a whole year the turning heavens revolved in watchful justice and loving warmth.”

#361

فرستاده آمد ز نزدیک شاه

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به نزد سیاوش یکی نیک‌خواه

“A messenger came from the King to Siyavash, a well-wishing courier sent on his behalf.”

#362

که پرسد همی شاه را شهریار

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همی گوید ای مهتر نامدار

“To convey the monarch's greetings to the prince, saying: 'O noble and renowned commander!'”

#363

بود کت ز من دل بگیرد همی

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وزین برنشستن گزیرد همی

“'Lest your heart grow weary of me, or you grow tired of constant riding and travel.'”

#364

از ایدر ترا داده‌ام تا به چین

✦

یکی گرد برگرد و بنگر زمین

“'From here unto the borders of Chin I grant you all; travel far and wide to behold the earth.'”

#365

به شهری که آرام و رای آیدت

✦

همان آرزوها بجای آیدت

“'In whatever city your heart finds tranquility and delight, may all your wishes be fulfilled.'”

#366

به شادی بباش و به نیکی بمان

✦

ز خوبی مپرداز دل یک زمان

“'Dwell in happiness and abide in goodness; never let your heart turn away from pleasantness for a single moment.'”

#367

سیاوش ز گفتار او گشت شاد

✦

بزد نای و کوس و بنه برنهاد

“Siyavash rejoiced at his words; he ordered the pipes and drums sounded and set his baggage in motion.”

#368

سلیح و سپاه و نگین و کلاه

✦

ببردند زین‌گونه با او به راه

“Thus did weapons, troops, royal signet, and crown accompany him upon his journey.”

#369

فراوان عماری بیاراستند

✦

پس پرده خوبان بپیراستند

“They adorned many litters, and beautified the fair maidens behind the veil.”

#370

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.”

#371

ازو بازنگسست پیران گرد

✦

بنه برنهاد و سپه را ببرد

“The heroic Piran parted not from his side; he too packed up and led his forces along.”

#372

به شادی برفتند سوی ختن

✦

همه نامداران شدند انجمن

“Joyfully they set out toward Khotan, as all the notables gathered in company.”

#373

که سالار پیران ازان شهر بود

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که از بدگمانیش بی‌بهر بود

“For Khotan was the home city of Piran the commander, a lord utterly free of malice and bad suspicion.”

#374

همی بود یکماه مهمان او

✦

بران سر چنین بود پیمان او

“Siyavash remained as his guest for a month, for such was their agreement regarding that destination.”

#375

ز خوردن نیاسود یک روز شاه

✦

گهی رود و می گاه نخچیرگاه

“Not a single day did the prince cease feasting—now with lute and wine, now in the hunting grounds.”

#376

سر ماه برخاست آوای کوس

✦

برانگه که خیزد خروش خروس

“At the month's end, the roar of drums arose at dawn, just when the cock begins to crow.”

#377

بیامد سوی پادشاهی خویش

✦

سپاه از پس پشت و پیران ز پیش

“He marched toward his designated domain, with his army behind him and Piran riding ahead.”

#378

بران مرز و بوم اندر آگه شدند

✦

بزرگان به راه شهنشه شدند

“When word spread throughout that land, the chieftains went out upon the road to welcome the King.”

#379

به شادی دل از جای برخاستند

✦

جهانی به آیین بیاراستند

“Their hearts leapt with joy, and they decorated the realm according to grand traditions.”

#380

ازان پادشاهی خروشی بخاست

✦

تو گفتی زمین گشت با چرخ راست

“A shout of jubilation arose from that kingdom, as if the earth had aligned with the heavens.”

#381

ز بس رامش و نالهٔ کرنای

✦

تو گفتی بجنبد همی دل ز جای

“From the abundance of music and the cry of clarions, you would say hearts were trembling with delight.”

#382

بجایی رسیدند کاباد بود

✦

یکی خوب فرخنده بنیاد بود

“They reached a place prosperous and flourishing, a location of splendid and auspicious foundations.”

#383

به یک روی دریا و یک روی کوه

✦

برو بر ز نخچیر گشته گروه

“On one side lay the sea, on the other a mountain, with herds of game roaming upon it.”

#384

درختان بسیار و آب روان

✦

همی شد دل سالخورده جوان

“With lush trees and flowing water, it made the heart of the aged feel young again.”

#385

سیاوش به پیران سخن برگشاد

✦

که اینت بر و بوم فرخ نهاد

“Siyavash addressed Piran, saying: 'Behold what a blessed and happy land this is!'”

#386

بسازم من ایدر یکی خوب جای

✦

که باشد به شادی مرا رهنمای

“'I shall build here a fair dwelling place, one that shall guide my days in joy.'”

#387

برآرم یکی شارستان فراخ

✦

فراوان کنم اندرو باغ و کاخ

“'I shall raise up a vast citadel, and fill it with gardens and palaces.'”

#388

نشستن‌گهی برفرازم به ماه

✦

چنان چون بود در خور تاج و گاه

“'I will raise a royal residence reaching to the moon, worthy of the crown and throne.'”

#389

بدو گفت پیران که ای خوب رای

✦

بران رو که اندیشه آرد بجای

“Piran said to him: 'O prince of noble judgment! Proceed in such wise as your mind conceives.'”

#390

چو فرمان دهد من بران سان که خواست

✦

برآرم یکی جای تا ماه راست

“'If you command, I shall erect a city reaching straight to the moon, just as you desire.'”

#391

نخواهم که باشد مرا بوم و گنج

✦

زمان و زمین از تو دارم سپنج

“'I desire no land or treasure for myself; I hold time and earth as a temporary loan from you.'”

#392

یکی شارستان سازم ایدر فراخ

✦

فراوان بدو اندر ایوان و کاخ

“'I shall construct a wide city here, with countless halls and palaces within.'”

#393

سیاوش بدو گفت کای بختیار

✦

درخت بزرگی تو آری به بار

“Siyavash said to him: 'O fortunate noble, it is you who bring the tree of greatness to fruition.'”

#394

مرا گنج و خوبی همه زان تست

✦

به هر جای رنج تو بینم نخست

“'My treasure and all good fortune are yours; everywhere I see your earnest labor first.'”

#395

یکی شهر سازم بدین جای من

✦

که خیره بماند دل انجمن

“'I shall build a city in this place that will leave the hearts of all beholders astounded.'”

#396

ازان بوم خرم چو گشتند باز

✦

سیاوش همی بود با دل به راز

“When they returned from that pleasant land, Siyavash remained lost in secret contemplation within his heart.”

#397

از اخترشناسان بپرسید شاه

✦

که گر سازم ایدر یکی جایگاه

“The prince asked the astrologers: "If I should build a city in this place..."”

#398

ازو فر و بختم به سامان بود

✦

وگرکار با جنگ سازان بود

“"Will my divine fortune and luck prosper through it, or will it bring me conflict with warlike men?"”

#399

بگفتند یکسر به شاه گزین

✦

که بس نیست فرخنده بنیاد این

“They all answered the chosen prince: "The foundation of this city is far from auspicious."”

#400

از اخترشناسان برآورد خشم

✦

دلش گشت پردرد و پرآب چشم

“He flared up in anguish at the astrologers' words; his heart filled with sorrow, and tears welled in his eyes.”

#401

کجا گفته بودند با او ز پیش

✦

که چون بگذرد چرخ بر کار خویش

“For they had foretold to him long before how the revolving heavens would deal with his fate,”

#402

سرانجام چون گرددت روزگار

✦

به زشتی شود بخت آموزگار

“And how, when destiny turns against him at last, fate will become an instructor of tragic woe.”

#403

عنان تگاور همی داشت نرم

✦

همی ریخت از دیدگان آب گرم

“He gently slackened the reins of his swift steed, weeping warm tears from his eyes.”

#404

بدو گفت پیران که ای شهریار

✦

چه بودت که گشتی چنین سوگوار

“Piran asked him: "O noble prince, what has befallen thee that thou art so mournful?"”

#405

چنین داد پاسخ که چرخ بلند

✦

دلم کرد پردرد و جانم نژند

“He replied: "The lofty sphere of heaven has filled my heart with pain and saddened my soul;”

#406

که هر چند گرد آورم خواسته

✦

هم از گنج و هم تاج آراسته

“"For no matter how much wealth I amass, of treasures and adorned crowns,”

#407

به فرجام یکسر به دشمن رسد

✦

بدی بد بود مرگ بر تن رسد

“"In the end, it all falls to the enemy; evil remains evil, and death overtakes the body.”

#408

کجا آن حکیمان و دانندگان

✦

همان رنج‌بردار خوانندگان

“"Where are those sages and wise scholars of old, and those who endured labor to study and learn?”

#409

کجا آن سر تاج شاهنشهان

✦

کجا آن دلاور گرامی مهان

“"Where are the crowned heads of great emperors? Where are those brave and noble magnates?”

#410

کجا آن بتان پر از ناز و شرم

✦

سخن گفتن خوب و آوای نرم

“"Where are those idols full of grace and modesty, with their sweet speech and gentle voices?”

#411

کجا آنک بر کوه بودش کنام

✦

رمیده ز آرام وز کام و نام

“"Where are those ascetics whose abode was the mountain peak, fled from repose, desire, and fame?”

#412

چو گیتی تهی ماند از راستان

✦

تو ایدر ببودن مزن داستان

“"When the world is emptied of the righteous, speak no more of remaining forever here.”

#413

ز خاکیم و باید شدن زیر خاک

✦

همه جای ترسست و تیمار و باک

“"We are from dust and unto dust must we go; this world is entirely a realm of fear, sorrow, and dread.”

#414

تو رفتی و گیتی بماند دراز

✦

کسی آشکارا نداند ز راز

“"Thou shalt depart, yet the world will endure long after; no one truly beholds the secret of fate."”

#415

جهان سر به سر عبرت و حکمت‌ست

✦

چرا زو همه بهر من غفلت‌ست

“The world from end to end is a lesson in wisdom; why then is my sole share in it negligence?”

#416

چو شد سال بر شست و شش، چاره جوی

✦

ز بیشی و از رنج برتاب روی

“When one reaches sixty-six years of age, let the seeker of remedies turn his face away from excess and toil.”

#417

تو چنگ فزونی زدی بر جهان

✦

گذشتند بر تو بسی همرهان

“Thou hast laid thy grasp of greed upon the world, yet many a fellow companion has passed away before thee.”

#418

چو زان نامداران جهان شد تهی

✦

تو تاج فزونی چرا برنهی

“Since the world has been emptied of those renowned heroes, why shouldst thou wear the crown of ambition?”

#419

نباشی بدین گفته همداستان

✦

یکی شو بخوان نامهٔ باستان

“If thou art not in agreement with this discourse, go and read the ancient chronicles of old;”

#420

کزیشان جهان یکسر آباد بود

✦

بدانگه که اندر جهان داد بود

“For through them the world was once entirely prosperous, in those times when justice reigned across the earth.”

#421

ز من بشنو از گنگ دژ داستان

✦

بدین داستان باش همداستان

“Now hear from me the tale of Gang-Dezh, and agree with this wondrous story:”

#422

که چون گنگ دژ در جهان جای نیست

✦

بدان سان زمینی دلارای نیست

“That there is no place in all the world like Gang-Dezh, nor any land so heart-entrancing.”

#423

که آن را سیاوش برآورده بود

✦

بسی اندرو رنجها برده بود

“Which Siyavash had erected of old, taking immense pains in its creation.”

#424

به یک ماه زان روی دریای چین

✦

که بی‌نام بود آن زمان و زمین

“Situated a month's journey beyond the Sea of China, in a region that was nameless in those days.”

#425

بیابان بیاید چو دریا گذشت

✦

ببینی یکی پهن بی‌آب دشت

“Once thou hast crossed the sea, a desert appears, where thou shalt see a vast, waterless plain.”

#426

کزین بگذری بینی آباد شهر

✦

کزان شهرها بر توان داشت بهر

“Passing beyond this, thou shalt behold prosperous cities, from which one can reap abundant reward.”

#427

ازان پس یکی کوه بینی بلند

✦

که بالای او برتر از چون و چند

“Beyond them thou shalt see a towering mountain, whose height surpasses all measure and comprehension.”

#428

مرین کوه را گنگ دژ در میان

✦

بدان کت ز دانش نیاید زیان

“Nestled within this mountain lies Gang-Dezh—know this, so that knowledge may bring thee no harm.”

#429

چو فرسنگ صد گرد بر گرد کوه

✦

ز بالای او چشم گردد ستوه

“A hundred leagues span around the mountain's base, and looking at its lofty height dizzies and wearies the eye.”

#430

ز هر سو که پویی بدو راه نیست

✦

همه گرد بر گرد او در یکیست

“Whichever direction thou approachest, there is no easy path; around its entire circumference there is but a single gate.”

#431

بدین کوه بینی دو فرسنگ تنگ

✦

ازین روی و زان روی دیوار سنگ

“Along this mountain path lies a narrow pass two leagues in length, bounded on both sides by sheer walls of stone.”

#432

بدین چند فرسنگ اگر پنج مرد

✦

بباشد به راه از پی کارکرد

“If merely five brave men were stationed along those leagues to guard the pass,”

#433

نیابد بریشان گذر صد هزار

✦

زره‌دار و برگستوان‌ور سوار

“Not even a hundred thousand armored knights and horsemen with bards could force their way through.”

#434

چو زین بگذری شهر بینی فراخ

✦

همه گلشن و باغ و ایوان و کاخ

“Once you cross this gorge, a spacious realm unfolds—a realm of rose gardens, orchards, lofty halls, and palaces.”

#435

همه شهر گرمابه و رود و جوی

✦

به هر برزنی آتش و رنگ و بوی

“Filled with bathhouses, rivers, and streams, every street corner breathes with warmth, color, and fragrance.”

#436

همه کوه نخچیر و آهو به دشت

✦

چو این شهر بینی نشاید گذشت

“The mountains teem with game and the plains with gazelles; once you behold this city, you would never wish to pass it by.”

#437

تذروان و طاووس و کبک دری

✦

بیابی چو از کوهها بگذری

“Pheasants, peacocks, and royal partridges abound as soon as you cross beyond the mountains.”

#438

نه گرماش گرم و نه سرماش سرد

✦

همه جای شادی و آرام و خورد

“Its heat is never scorching nor its cold severe; it is entirely a land of joy, tranquility, and feast.”

#439

نبینی بدان شهر بیمار کس

✦

یکی بوستان بهشتست و بس

“In that town you shall see no sick soul; it is, in truth, an earthly paradise.”

#440

همه آبها روشن و خوشگوار

✦

همیشه بر و بوم او چون بهار

“All its waters are clear and sweet to drink, and its realm is eternally blooming like spring.”

#441

درازی و پهناش سی بار سی

✦

بود گر بپیمایدش پارسی

“Its length and breadth measure thirty leagues by thirty, should a Persian journey to survey it.”

#442

یک و نیم فرسنگ بالای کوه

✦

که از رفتنش مرد گردد ستوه

“The mountain rises a league and a half in height—so steep that any traveler grows exhausted ascending it.”

#443

وزان روی هامونی آید پدید

✦

کزان خوبتر جایها کس ندید

“And beyond it unfolds a vast plain, richer and fairer than any land eyes have ever seen.”

#444

همه گلشن و باغ و ایوان بود

✦

کش ایوانها سر به کیوان بود

“It is filled with flower beds, orchards, and lofty palaces whose towers reach up to Saturn.”

#445

بشد پور کاووس و آنجای دید

✦

مر آن را ز ایران همی برگزید

“The son of Kavus arrived and inspected the place, preferring it over all the realms of Iran.”

#446

تن خویش را نامبردار کرد

✦

فزونی یکی نیز دیوار کرد

“To render himself renowned, he added yet another magnificent wall around the city.”

#447

ز سنگ و ز گچ بود و چندی رخام

✦

وزان جوهری کش ندانیم نام

“Built of stone, plaster, fine marble, and a rare gem whose true name remains unknown to us.”

#448

دو صد رش فزونست بالای اوی

✦

همان سی و پنچ‌ست پهنای اوی

“Its height exceeds two hundred cubits, and its breadth measures five and thirty cubits across.”

#449

که آن را کسی تا نبیند به چشم

✦

تو گویی ز گوینده گیرند خشم

“So majestic is it that unless one beholds it with his own eyes, he might grow wroth at the speaker's claim.”

#450

نیاید برو منجنیق و نه تیر

✦

بباید ترا دیدن آن ناگزیر

“Neither catapults nor arrows can pierce it; it is a wonder that you must surely see for yourself.”

#451

ز تیغش دو فرسنگ تا بوم خاک

✦

همه گرد بر گرد خاکش مغاک

“From its crest to the ground below is a drop of two leagues, surrounded all around by deep trenches.”

#452

نبیند ز بن دیده بر تیغ کوه

✦

هم از بر شدن مرد گردد ستوه

“Looking up from the foot, no eye can reach its peak, and any climber would grow utterly spent attempting it.”

#453

بدان آفرین کان چنان آفرید

✦

ابا آشکارا نهان آفرید

“Praise be to the Almighty who created such wonders, making both the hidden and the manifest.”

#454

نبایست یار و نه آموزگار

✦

برو بر همه کار دشوار خوار

“He needed no helper nor instructor; for Him, every daunting task is light and easy.”

#455

جز او را مخوان کردگار جهان

✦

جز او را مدان آشکار و نهان

“Call upon none other as the Creator of the world, and acknowledge none but Him over all that is hidden and revealed.”

#456

به پیغمبرش بر کنیم آفرین

✦

بیارانش بر هر یکی همچنین

“Let us send praises upon His Prophet, and likewise upon every one of his noble companions.”

#457

مرا فر نیکی‌دهش یار بود

✦

خردمندی و بخت بیدار بود

“The Divine grace of the Bestower was my aid, together with wisdom and vigilant fortune.”

#458

برین سان یکی شارستان ساختند

✦

سرش را به پروین پرداختند

“In such a manner they built a splendid city, raising its pinnacle to the heights of the Pleiades.”

#459

کنون اندرین هم به کار آوریم

✦

بدو در فراوان نگار آوریم

“Now let us turn our hands to this noble task, adorning its halls with abundant depictions.”

#460

چه بندی دل اندر سرای سپنج

✦

چه یازی به رنج و چه نازی به گنج

“Why attach your heart to this transient abode? Why toil in sorrow, and why pride yourself on treasure?”

#461

که از رنج دیگر کسی برخورد

✦

جهانجوی دشمن چرا پرورد

“For another shall reap the fruit of your labor; why then should a world-conqueror nourish his enemy?”

#462

چو خرم شود جای آراسته

✦

پدید آید از هر سوی خواسته

“When the realm grows prosperous and fully adorned, wealth and riches pour forth from every quarter.”

#463

نباشد مرا بودن ایدر بسی

✦

نشیند برین جای دیگر کسی

“Yet I shall not abide long in this place; another shall sit upon this throne after me.”

#464

نه من شاد باشم نه فرزند من

✦

نه پرمایه گردی ز پیوند من

“Neither shall I be joyous, nor my child, nor will you gain glory from your alliance with me.”

#465

نباشد مرا زندگانی دراز

✦

ز کاخ و ز ایوان شوم بی‌نیاز

“My life shall not endure long; soon I shall be freed from all need of palaces and grand halls.”

#466

شود تخت من گاه افراسیاب

✦

کند بی‌گنه مرگ بر من شتاب

“My throne shall turn into the realm of Afrasiab, and an undeserved death shall hasten upon me.”

#467

چنین است رای سپهر بلند

✦

گهی شاد دارد گهی مستمند

“Such is the decree of the high heavens: at times it grants joy, and at times it leaves one wretched.”

#468

بدو گفت پیران کای سرفراز

✦

مکن خیره اندیشهٔ دل دراز

“Piran said to him: 'O exalted prince, do not engage your heart in such futile, far-reaching forebodings.'”

#469

که افراسیاب از بلا پشت تست

✦

به شاهی نگین اندر انگشت تست

“'For Afrasiab is your shelter against misfortune, and the signet ring of kingship rests upon your finger.'”

#470

مرا نیز تا جان بود در تنم

✦

بکوشم که پیمان تو نشکنم

“'As for me, so long as life remains in my body, I shall strive never to break my covenant with you.'”

#471

نمانم که بادی به تو بگذرد

✦

وگر موی بر تو هوا بشمرد

“'I shall not let even a harsh wind pass over you, nor allow the air to disturb a single hair on your head.'”

#472

سیاوش بدو گفت کای نیکنام

✦

نبینم جز از نیکنامیت کام

“Siyavash said to him: 'O man of honorable name, I expect nothing from you but goodness and nobility.'”

#473

تو پیمان چنین داری و رای راست

✦

ولیکن فلک را جز اینست خواست

“'Your covenant is true and your advice is upright, yet the heavens have willed something quite different.'”

#474

همه راز من آشکارا به تست

✦

که بیدار دل بادی و تندرست

“'All my secrets are fully revealed to you; may your heart ever remain vigilant and your body sound.'”

#475

من آگاهی از فر یزدان دهم

✦

هم از راز چرخ بلند آگهم

“'I speak with knowledge granted by Divine Grace, and I am aware of the secrets of the high sky.'”

#476

بگویم ترا بودنیها درست

✦

ز ایوان و کاخ اندرآیم نخست

“'I shall tell you truly of what is destined to be: first, I shall depart from this palace and court.'”

#477

بدان تا نگویی چو بینی جهان

✦

که این بر سیاوش چرا شد نهان

“'So that when you witness the world's turn, you will not say: Why was this hidden from Siyavash?'”

#478

تو ای گرد پیران بسیار هوش

✦

بدین گفتها پهن بگشای گوش

“'O mighty warrior Piran of great wisdom, listen closely and open your ears to these words.'”

#479

فراوان بدین نگذرد روزگار

✦

که بر دست بیداردل شهریار

“'Not much time shall pass before, at the hands of this watchful king,'”

#480

شوم زار من کشته بر بی‌گناه

✦

کسی دیگر آراید این تاج و گاه

“'I shall be miserably slain in innocence, and another shall adorn this crown and throne.'”

#481

ز گفتار بدخواه و ز بخت بد

✦

چنین بی‌گنه بر سرم بد رسد

“'Through the malice of ill-wishers and bad fortune, such disaster shall strike my innocent head.'”

#482

ز کشته شود زندگانی دژم

✦

برآشوبد ایران و توران بهم

“'By my slaying, life itself shall turn dark and bitter, and both Iran and Turan shall be cast into turmoil.'”

#483

پر از رنج گردد سراسر زمین

✦

دو کشور شود پر ز شمشیر و کین

“'The entire earth shall become filled with sorrow, and both realms shall overflow with swords and revenge.'”

#484

بسی سرخ و زرد و سیاه و بنفش

✦

از ایران و توران ببینی درفش

“'You shall see countless banners—red, yellow, black, and purple—raised from Iran and Turan.'”

#485

بسی غارت و بردن خواسته

✦

پراگندن گنج آراسته

“'Endless plundering and looting of riches shall occur, and splendid treasures shall be scattered.'”

#486

بسا کشورا کان به پای ستور

✦

بکوبند و گردد به جوی آب شور

“'Many a land shall be trampled beneath the hooves of steeds, and sweet streams shall turn into salty water.'”

#487

از ایران و توران برآید خروش

✦

جهانی ز خون من آید به جوش

“'A great cry shall echo from Iran and Turan, and the world shall boil over because of my blood.'”

#488

جهاندار بر چرخ چونین نوشت

✦

به فرمان او بردهد هرچ کشت

“'The Lord of the world has written thus upon the sphere; by His command, whatever is sown must yield its fruit.'”

#489

سپهدار ترکان ز کردار خویش

✦

پشیمان شود هم ز گفتار خویش

“'The commander of the Turks shall deeply repent of his actions and his words.'”

#490

پشیمانی آنگه نداردش سود

✦

که برخیزد از بوم آباد دود

“'Yet repentance shall profit him nothing when smoke rises from the once-flourishing lands.'”

#491

بیا تا به شادی خوریم و دهیم

✦

چو گاه گذشتن بود بگذریم

“'Come, let us eat in gladness and bestow gifts; and when the time to depart comes, let us pass on.'”

#492

چو بشنید پیران و اندیشه کرد

✦

ز گفتار او شد دلش پر ز درد

“When Piran heard this and pondered it, his heart became filled with anguish at his words.”

#493

چنین گفت کز من بد آمد به من

✦

گر او راست گوید همی این سخن

“He said to himself: 'If he speaks the truth, then through my own deeds evil has fallen upon me.'”

#494

ورا من کشیده به توران زمین

✦

پراگندم اندر جهان تخم کین

“'It was I who brought him to the land of Turan, and scattered seeds of hatred throughout the world.'”

#495

شمردم همه باد گفتار شاه

✦

چنین هم همی گفت با من پگاه

“'I took the king's words for mere wind, though he spoke to me of this early in the morning.'”

#496

وزان پس چنین گفت با دل به مهر

✦

که از جنبش و راز گردان سپهر

“Thereafter he spoke to his heart with tenderness: 'Of the secrets and movements of the turning sphere,'”

#497

چه داند بدو رازها کی گشاد

✦

همانا ز ایرانش آمد بیاد

“'What can he know? Who revealed secrets to him? Surely he has simply remembered Iran!'”

#498

ز کاووس و ز تخت شاهنشهی

✦

بیاد آمدش روزگار بهی

“'He has recalled Kavus and the imperial throne, remembering those prosperous days of old.'”

#499

دل خویش زان گفته خرسند کرد

✦

نه آهنگ رای خردمند کرد

“He comforted his heart with that thought, rather than following the path of a wise judgment.”

#500

همه راه زین‌گونه بد گفت و گوی

✦

دل از بودنیها پر از جست و جوی

“All along the road such was their discourse, while their hearts remained filled with questing for what was to come.”

#501

چو از پشت اسپان فرود آمدند

✦

ز گفتار یکباره دم برزدند

“As they dismounted from their horses' backs, they fell completely silent from all discourse.”

#502

یکی خوان زرین بیاراستند

✦

می و رود و رامشگران خواستند

“They arranged a golden feast, calling for wine, lute-strings, and musicians.”

#503

ببودند یک هفته زین‌گونه شاد

✦

ز شاهان گیتی گرفتند یاد

“For a full week they rejoiced in this wise, honoring the memory of the world's monarchs.”

#504

به هشتم یکی نامه آمد ز شاه

✦

به نزدیک سالار توران سپاه

“On the eighth day a letter arrived from the King unto the commander of the Turanian host.”

#505

کزانجا برو تا به دریای چین

✦

ازان پس گذر کن به مکران زمین

“"March from thence unto the Sea of Chin, and thereafter pass into the land of Makran."”

#506

همی رو چنین تا سر مرز هند

✦

وزانجا گذر کن به دریای سند

“"Proceed in this manner unto the borders of Hind, and cross over unto the Sea of Sind."”

#507

همه باژ کشور سراسر بخواه

✦

بگستر به مرز خزر در سپاه

“"Collect the tribute of all the realm, and deploy thy army along the Khazar marches."”

#508

برآمد خروش از در پهلوان

✦

ز بانگ تبیره زمین شد نوان

“A clamor rose from the champion's gate; at the roar of the war-drums, the earth began to tremble.”

#509

ز هر سو سپاه انجمن شد به روی

✦

یکی لشکری گشت پرخاش جوی

“From every quarter troops assembled before him, forming a fierce and warlike host.”

#510

به نزد سیاوش بسی خواسته

✦

ز دینار و اسپان آراسته

“Abundant treasures of golden coins and caparisoned steeds were brought before Siyavash.”

#511

به هنگام پدرود کردن بماند

✦

به فرمان برفت و سپه را براند

“He left gifts behind upon farewell, then marched forth under command, leading his host.”

#512

هیونی ز نزدیک افراسیاب

✦

چو آتش بیامد به هنگام خواب

“A swift courier came from Afrasiyab like fire, arriving even as it was time for sleep.”

#513

یکی نامه سوی سیاوش به مهر

✦

نوشته به کردار گردان سپهر

“He bore a letter to Siyavash filled with affection, written in the magnificent manner of the revolving heaven.”

#514

که تا تو برفتی نیم شادمان

✦

از اندیشه بی‌غم نیم یک زمان

“Saying: "Since thou didst depart, I am joyous no more, nor am I free for a single moment from anxious thought."”

#515

ولیکن من اندر خور رای تو

✦

به توران بجستم همی جای تو

“"Yet in accordance with thy noble judgment, I have sought a realm for thee within Turan."”

#516

گر آنجا که هستی خوش و خرم است

✦

چنان چون بباید دلت بی‌غم است

“"If the place where thou art now be pleasant and joyful, and thy heart be free of sorrow as it ought,"”

#517

به شادی بباش و به نیکی بمان

✦

تو شادان بداندیش تو با غمان

“"Abide in joy and remain in virtue! Mayest thou be blithe, and thy ill-wisher laden with grief!"”

#518

بدان پادشاهی همی بازگرد

✦

سر بدسگال اندرآور به گرد

“"Return now unto that kingdom, and bring down the head of thy foe into the dust."”

#519

سیاوش سپه برگرفت و برفت

✦

بدان سو که فرمود سالار تفت

“Siyavash mustered his army and departed swiftly in the direction bade by the commander.”

#520

صد اشتر ز گنج و درم بار کرد

✦

چهل را همه بار دینار کرد

“He loaded one hundred camels with silver coin and treasure, and forty entirely with gold dinars.”

#521

هزار اشتر بختی سرخ موی

✦

بنه بر نهادند با رنگ و بوی

“A thousand red-haired Bactrian camels were loaded with precious baggage, perfumes, and rare wares.”

#522

از ایران و توران گزیده سوار

✦

برفتند شمشیرزن ده هزار

“Ten thousand elite sword-wielding horsemen, chosen from Iran and Turan, marched along with him.”

#523

به پیش سپاه اندرون خواسته

✦

عماری و خوبان آراسته

“Ahead of the army moved rich treasures, litters, and arrayed fair maidens.”

#524

ز یاقوت و ز گوهر شاهوار

✦

چه از طوق و ز تاج وزگوشوار

“Precious rubies and royal jewels, together with necklaces, crowns, and earrings;”

#525

چه مشک و چه کافور و عود و عبیر

✦

چه دیبا و چه تختهای حریر

“Musk, camphor, aloes-wood, and ambergris, as well as rich brocades and bolts of silk;”

#526

ز مصری و چینی و از پارسی

✦

همی رفت با او شتر بار سی

“Egyptian, Chinese, and Persian treasures—thirty camel-loads traveled in his train.”

#527

چو آمد بران شارستان دست آخت

✦

دو فرسنگ بالا و پهناش ساخت

“When he reached that town, he set to work, laying its length and breadth across two parasangs.”

#528

از ایوان و میدان و کاخ بلند

✦

ز پالیز وز گلشن ارجمند

“With grand halls, broad arenas, soaring palaces, lush orchards, and magnificent flower-gardens.”

#529

بیاراست شهری بسان بهشت

✦

به هامون گل و سنبل و لاله کشت

“He adorned a city like unto Paradise, planting roses, hyacinths, and tulips across the plain.”

#530

بر ایوان نگارید چندی نگار

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ز شاهان وز بزم وز کارزار

“Upon the palace halls he painted many a picture of kings, banquets, and battlefields.”

#531

نگار سر و تاج و کاووس شاه

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نگارید با یاره و گرز و گاه

“He painted King Kay Kavus with crown and head, adorned with armlets, mace, and throne.”

#532

بر تخت او رستم پیلتن

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همان زال و گودرز و آن انجمن

“Beside his throne he depicted elephant-bodied Rustam, along with Zal, Goudarz, and that noble assembly.”

#533

ز دیگر سو افراسیاب و سپاه

✦

چو پیران و گرسیوز کینه‌خواه

“On the other side he painted Afrasiyab and his army, alongside Piran and vengeance-seeking Garsivaz.”

#534

بهر گوشه‌ای گنبدی ساخته

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سرش را به ابراندر افراخته

“In every corner he raised a vaulted dome, its pinnacle reaching high into the clouds.”

#535

نشسته سراینده رامشگران

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سر اندر ستاره سران سران

“Therein sat singing minstrels, while the chief nobles raised their heads to the stars in joy.”

#536

سیاووش گردش نهادند نام

✦

همه شهر زان شارستان شادکام

“They named the realm Siyavash-gerd, and all the people of that country rejoiced in it.”

#537

چو پیران بیامد ز هند و ز چین

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سخن رفت زان شهر با آفرین

“When Piran returned from Hind and Chin, praises of that majestic city filled every conversation.”

#538

خنیده به توران سیاووش گرد

✦

کز اختر بنش کرده شد روز ارد

“Renowned throughout Turan grew Siyavash-gerd, founded under a fortunate star on the auspicious day of Ord.”

#539

از ایوان و کاخ و ز پالیز و باغ

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ز کوه و در و رود وز دشت راغ

“Tales spread of its palaces and halls, its orchards, gardens, mountains, valleys, rivers, and meadows.”

#540

شتاب آمدش تا ببیند که شاه

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چه کرد اندران نامور جایگاه

“Piran was filled with eagerness to behold what the noble prince had wrought in that famous realm.”

#541

هرآنکس که او از در کار بود

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بدان مرز با او سزاوار بود

“Whosoever was accomplished and skilled was deemed worthy to accompany him to that region.”

#542

هزار از هنرمند گردان گرد

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چو هنگامهٔ رفتن آمد ببرد

“A thousand accomplished and valiant warriors did he take along when the hour of departure arrived.”

#543

چو آمد به نزدیک آن جایگاه

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سیاوش پذیره شدش با سپاه

“As Piran drew near to that glorious city, Siyavash went forth with his army to welcome him.”

#544

چو پیران به نزد سیاوش رسید

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پیاده شد از دور کاو را بدید

“Upon sighting Siyavash from afar, Piran dismounted his steed out of deep reverence.”

#545

سیاوش فرود آمد از نیل رنگ

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مر او را گرفت اندر آغوش تنگ

“Siyavash likewise alighted from Nil-Rang and held him in a warm, tight embrace.”

#546

بگشتند هر دو بدان شارستان

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ز هر در زدند از هنر داستان

“Together they toured the magnificent city, conversing warmly of every art, wisdom, and achievement.”

#547

سراسر همه باغ و میدان و کاخ

✦

همی دید هرسو بنای فراخ

“Everywhere Piran beheld spacious, glorious structures—vast gardens, arenas, and grand palaces.”

#548

سپهدار پیران ز هر سو براند

✦

بسی آفرین بر سیاوش بخواند

“Commander Piran rode through every quarter, showering continuous praise upon Siyavash.”

#549

بدو گفت گر فر و برز کیان

✦

نبودیت با دانش اندر جهان

“He said to him: 'Had you not possessed royal fortune, exalted stature, and earthly wisdom,”

#550

کی آغاز کردی بدین گونه جای

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کجا آمدی جای زین سان به پای

“How could you have conceived such a glorious domain, and how could such a wonder ever be raised?'”

#551

بماناد تا رستخیز این نشان

✦

میان دلیران و گردنکشان

“'May this noble monument endure until the Resurrection among all valiant champions and proud leaders!”

#552

پسر بر پسر همچنین شاد باد

✦

جهاندار و پیروز و فرخ نژاد

“May son after son rejoice in turn, victorious, ruling the world, and of blessed lineage!'”

#553

چو یک بهره از شهر خرم بدید

✦

به ایوان و باغ سیاوش رسید

“Having marvelled at a section of the verdant city, Piran arrived at the palace and gardens of Siyavash.”

#554

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.”

#555

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.”

#556

چو بر تخت بنشست و آن جای دید

✦

بران سان بهشتی دلارای دید

“When Piran sat upon the throne and looked around, he beheld a heart-delighting paradise.”

#557

بدان نیز چندی ستایش گرفت

✦

جهان آفرین را نیایش گرفت

“He broke into passionate praises once more and offered devout worship to the Creator of the world.”

#558

ازان پس بخوردن گرفتند کار

✦

می و خوان و رامشگر و میگسار

“Thereafter they turned to merrymaking and feasting, enjoying fine wine, rich banquets, musicians, and cupbearers.”

#559

ببودند یک هفته با می به دست

✦

گهی خرم و شاددل گاه مست

“For a full week they sat with winecups in hand, at times joyous and cheerful, at times happily intoxicated.”

#560

به هشتم ره‌آورد پیش آورید

✦

همان هدیهٔ شارستان چون سزید

“On the eighth day, Piran presented his gifts of travel, alongside worthy offerings fitting for the splendid city.”

#561

ز یاقوت و زگوهر شاهوار

✦

ز دینار وز تاج گوهرنگار

“Gifts of precious rubies, royal gems, gold coins, and a crown set with radiant jewels.”

#562

ز دیبا و اسپان به زین پلنگ

✦

به زرین ستام و جناغ خدنگ

“Fine silks, noble steeds adorned with leopard-skin saddles, golden bridles, and bows of hard poplar.”

#563

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.”

#564

بداد و بیامد بسوی ختن

✦

همی رای زد شاد با انجمن

“Having presented these, he returned to Khotan, happily consulting with his assembled nobles.”

#565

چو آمد به شادی به ایوان خویش

✦

همانگاه شد در شبستان خویش

“When he arrived joyfully at his own palace, he forthwith entered his private chambers.”

#566

به گلشهر گفت آنک خرم بهشت

✦

ندید و نداند که رضوان چه کشت

“He said to Golshahr: 'Whoever has not seen that blissful paradise knows not what Rizwan has cultivated!”

#567

چو خورشید بر گاه فرخ سروش

✦

نشسته به آیین و با فر و هوش

“Siyavash sits like the glowing sun upon the throne of blessed Soroush, full of majesty, wisdom, and royal grace.”

#568

به رامش بپیمای لختی زمین

✦

برو شارستان سیاوش ببین

“Journey a little distance in peace and comfort, and go behold the splendid city of Siyavash!”

#569

خداوند ازان شهر نیکوترست

✦

تو گویی فروزندهٔ خاورست

“Yet the lord of that realm is even grander than the city itself; you would say he is the shining sun of the East!'”

#570

وزان جایگه نزد افراسیاب

✦

همی رفت برسان کشتی بر آب

“And from that domain toward King Afrasiab, Piran traveled as swiftly as a ship gliding over water.”

#571

بیامد بگفت آن کجا کرده بود

✦

همان باژ کشور که آورده بود

“Piran arrived and reported all that he had accomplished, bringing forth the tribute collected from the realm.”

#572

بیاورد پیشش همه سربسر

✦

بدادش ز کشور سراسر خبر

“He brought everything before the king, item by item, and gave him full news of all the lands.”

#573

که از داد شه گشت آباد بوم

✦

ز دریای چین تا به دریای روم

“Reporting that 'Through the king's justice, the land has flourished, from the Sea of China to the Sea of Rome.'”

#574

وزانجا به کار سیاوش رسید

✦

سراسر همه یاد کرد آنچ دید

“From there, he turned to the deeds of Siyavash, recounting in detail all that he had witnessed.”

#575

ز کار سیاوش بپرسید شاه

✦

وزان شهر و آن کشور و جایگاه

“The king inquired eagerly concerning Siyavash's affairs, asking of that city, that domain, and his realm.”

#576

بدو گفت پیران که خرم بهشت

✦

کسی کاو نبیند به اردیبهشت

“Piran replied, 'He who does not behold Ordibehesht in its prime has never seen such a joyful paradise!'”

#577

سروش آوریدش همانا خبر

✦

که چونان نگاریدش آن بوم و بر

“Verily, an angel from heaven must have brought him word on how to fashion and adorn that city so magically.”

#578

همانا ندانند ازان شهر باز

✦

نه خورشید ازان مهتر سرافراز

“Truly, the radiant sun cannot be distinguished from that city, nor from that exalted prince.”

#579

یکی شهر دیدم که اندر زمین

✦

نبیند دگر کس به توران و چین

“'I beheld a city the likes of which no man shall ever see again throughout Turan or China.”

#580

ز بس باغ و ایوان و آب روان

✦

برآمیخت گفتی خرد با روان

“With so many gardens, grand halls, and flowing streams, it seemed as though intellect had merged with the soul itself.'”

#581

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.”

#582

بدان زیب و آیین که داماد تست

✦

ز خوبی به کام دل شاد تست

“Adorned with such beauty and splendor by your son-in-law, it fulfills every desire of your joyous heart.”

#583

گله کرد باید به گیتی یله

✦

ترا چون نباشد ز گیتی گله

“One ought to release all complaints against fortune, since you now have no cause to complain of the world.”

#584

گر ایدونک آید ز مینو سروش

✦

نباشد بدان فر و اورنگ و هوش

“Even if an angel were to descend from Paradise, it could hardly match his glory, throne, and wisdom.”

#585

و دیگر دو کشور ز جنگ و ز جوش

✦

برآسود چون مهتر آمد به هوش

“Moreover, the two realms have rested from turmoil and war, now that the supreme lord has acted with wisdom.'”

#586

بماناد بر ما چنین جاودان

✦

دل هوشمندان و رای ردان

“May the hearts of the wise and the counsel of noble lords remain with us forever!”

#587

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.”

#588

به گرسیوز این داستان برگشاد

✦

سخنهای پیران همه کرد یاد

“He recounted this tale to Garsivaz, recalling all the praise and words that Piran had spoken.”

#589

پس آنگه به گرسیوز آهسته گفت

✦

نهفته همه برگشاد از نهفت

“Then he spoke quietly to Garsivaz, revealing every secret harbored in his heart.”

#590

بدو گفت رو تا سیاووش گرد

✦

ببین تا چه جایست بر گرد گرد

“He said to him: 'Go to Siyavash-Gard, inspect the place and look all around it.”

#591

سیاوش به توران زمین دل نهاد

✦

از ایران نگیرد دگر هیچ یاد

“Siyavash has settled his heart in Turan-Zamin and no longer spares a thought for Iran.”

#592

مگر کرد پدرود تخت و کلاه

✦

چو گودرز و بهرام و کاووس شاه

“It seems he has bidden farewell to the throne and crown, as well as to Goudarz, Bahram, and King Kavus.”

#593

بران خرمی بر یکی خارستان

✦

همی بوم و بر سازد و شارستان

“Upon that thorn-scrub land he has fashioned a thriving paradise, building a home and a splendid city.”

#594

فرنگیس را کاخهای بلند

✦

برآورد و دارد همی ارجمند

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

#595

چو بینی به خوبی فراوان بگوی

✦

به چشم بزرگی نگه کن به روی

“When you behold him, speak abundant praises, and look upon his face with utmost reverence.”

#596

چو نخچیر و می باشد و دشت و کوه

✦

نشینند پیشت ز ایران گروه

“When there is hunting, wine, open plains, and mountains, the Iranian nobles shall sit in your presence.”

#597

بدانگه که یاد من آید به دست

✦

چو خوردی به شادی بباید نشست

“And whenever my name is remembered, when you drink to my health, sit together in joy.”

#598

یکی هدیه آرای بسیار مر

✦

ز دینار وز اسب و زرین کمر

“Prepare an immense array of gifts—countless dinars, fine steeds, and golden belts.”

#599

همان گوهر و تخت و دیبای چین

✦

همان یاره و گرز و تیغ و نگین

“Likewise jewels, a throne, Chinese brocade, bracelets, a mace, a sword, and signet rings.”

#600

ز گستردنیها و از بوی و رنگ

✦

ببین تا ز گنجت چه آید به چنگ

“From fine carpets, perfumes, and colorful fabrics, see what best treasures can be drawn from your storehouse.”

#601

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.”

#602

اگر آب دارد ترا میزبان

✦

بران شهر خرم دو هفته بمان

“If your host treats you with warmth and honor, remain in that delightful city for two full weeks.'”

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