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[ For the beautiful song of the lute, referred to here, see vol. viii. 281.]
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[ Alluding to the "Takht Raml," table of sand, geomantic table?]
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[ As before noted, her love enables her to deal in a somewhat of prophetic strain.]
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[ This scene may sound absurd; but it is admirable for its materialism. How often do youthful lovers find an all-sufficient pastime in dressing themselves up and playing the game of mutual admiration. It is well nigh worthy of that "silliest and best of love-stories"—Henrietta Temple.]
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[ The text bluntly says "Wa Nikáh," which can mean nothing else.]