[88] A mysterious bird, of which nothing is known except its name.
[89] Rue-seed is burned for the purpose of fumigation.
[90] “The badge of unbelief”: here the original has zunnár ([Greek: ζωναριον: zônarion]), i.e. the sacred thread worn by Zoroastrians and other non-Moslems.
[91] Ázar, the father of Abraham, was an idolater.
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Showing that the purpose of the Moslem’s life is to exalt the Word of Allah, and that the Jihád (war against unbelievers), if it be prompted by land-hunger, is unlawful in the religion of Islam.
Imbue thine heart with the tincture of Allah,
Give honour and glory to Love! 1320