In this episode of Poetry of Time, the death of the great hero Sam shakes Iran as Afrasiab marches with a vast army. Qobad, the elder warrior, duels Barman in a tragic battle, and Garen vows to fight on. Sorcery shrouds Afrasiab in mist, leaving the war between Iran and Turan unresolved. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2455549/open_sms">Send us a text</a><a rel="payment" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455549/support">Support the show</a>

In this episode of Poetry of Time, the death of the great hero Sam shakes Iran as Afrasiab marches with a vast army. Qobad, the elder warrior, duels Barman in a tragic battle, and Garen vows to fight on. Sorcery shrouds Afrasiab in mist, leaving the war between Iran and Turan unresolved. Send us a text Support the show

In this episode of Poetry of Time, the death of the great hero Sam shakes Iran as Afrasiab marches with a vast army. Qobad, the elder warrior, duels Barman in a tragic battle, and Garen vows to fight on. Sorcery shrouds Afrasiab in mist, leaving the war between Iran and Turan unresolved. <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2455549/open_sms" rel="noopener noreferrer">Send us a text</a><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2455549/support" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support the show</a>

The Death of Sam and the Battle in the Mist: Afrasiab’s First War in Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh

Step into the world of Persia’s greatest legends with Poetry of Time, a narrative podcast that breathes life into Ferdowsi’s timeless masterpiece, the Shahnameh (The Book of Kings). Each episode unravels the myths, heroes, and cosmic battles that have shaped Persian culture for over a thousand years—blending rich storytelling with the lyrical beauty of classical verse. From the rise of mighty kings to the fall of tragic warriors, we journey through love, destiny, and divine intrigue, one spellbinding story at a time. Whether you’re new to the Shahnameh or a lifelong admirer, Poetry of Time invites you to rediscover Persia’s epic soul—where history and myth collide. Subscribe now and wander through the echoes of time

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Step into the world of Persia’s greatest legends with Poetry of Time, a narrative podcast that breathes life into Ferdowsi’s timeless masterpiece, the Shahnameh (The Book of Kings). Each episode unravels the myths, heroes, and cosmic battles that have shaped Persian culture for over a thousand years—blending rich storytelling with the lyrical beauty of classical verse. From the rise of mighty kings to the fall of tragic warriors, we journey through love, destiny, and divine intrigue, one spellbinding story at a time. Whether you’re new to the Shahnameh or a lifelong admirer, Poetry of Time invites you to rediscover Persia’s epic soul—where history and myth collide. Subscribe now and wander through the echoes of time

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The Death of Sam and the Battle in the Mist: Afrasiab’s First War in Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh

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