When the fame of Khosrow Anushirvan's supreme justice and cosmic splendor echoed across the known world, the face of Iran became as radiant and finely woven as shimmering Roman silk. The King adorned his realm like the glowing moon through righteousness and an empire-girding host whose numbers none could count save the monarch himself—a joyous army, armed for battle, bound by honor and renown. Looking upon this imperial majesty, the hearts of distant kings faltered and their resolve withered.
Thus, ambassadors set out from the thrones of India and China toward the court of Iran. Realizing they lacked the strength to challenge his might, the duty of paying tribute felt light upon their hearts. Bearing maces of gold and wearing jewel-encrusted helmets, the envoys led great caravans loaded with sacks of treasure, royal tribute, and retinues of servants. The court of the King of the World became like a paradise arrayed, teeming with riches, delegates, and petitioners.
Time flowed in harmony with the King, the heavens revolving in loving favor toward Iran. Then, wise Khosrow resolved to leave his capital and travel through the provinces of his realm, to inspect the lands and reveal hidden truths. He ordered the battle-drums struck, setting in motion an army so luminous that the sun and moon stood awestruck. With gilded shields, golden girdles, and vast stores of silver and gold, it seemed as though the mines of the earth had been emptied of all their gems.
In majestic composure, he led his army toward Khorasan according to the ancient ceremonial rites of the House of Sasan. Wherever he pitched his royal pavilions across the verdant plains, the heralds would step forward as the trumpets sounded, proclaiming aloud: 'O subjects of the Sovereign of the World! Whoever among you has suffered secret wrong or injustice, speak forth! Sleep secure under the King's shadow and let no distress darken your hearts.' In this noble manner, bearing the crown and throne of his ancestors, he advanced toward Gorgan—for justice never diminishes a realm, and true royalty resides in noble lineage, wise counsel, and unyielding equity.