“Heart-chilling superstitions, which can glaze
Even Pity’s eye with her own frozen tears.”
Chapter X
The Yezidees
Gratitude to the English—Persecutions—“Devil-worshippers”—Sun and fire worship—Priesthood—A visit to Sheikh Âdi—Peacock wands—A sacred shrine.
“Whoever thou art, if thy need be great,
In the Name of God, the Compassionate
And All-Merciful One—