ABSTRACT
A se’nnight passed. That king of ardent heart Convoked the wise and shelved the world’s affairs Because he wished to hear the words of sages-
291 Those that were worthy to be called to court, And were approved by knowledge to the Sháh. They came, the wise in utterance, both young And elders of experience. With the doctors Of ardent soul fared youthful Búzurjmihr, The exalted one. These doctors sage and shrewd Sat near the lofty throne and turned their looks On Búzurjmihr because at him the face Of Núshírwán grew bright. One of the wisest Then questioned him concerning fate and fortune :— “ What is their character and who ordained them ? ”
