The Chachnāma (Fatḥnāma-yi Sind) 13.2.6

13.2.6

Then Rai Chach sent the following letter to Agham Lohanah:—“You consider yourselves kings of the time, from your power and grandeur, origin and lineage. Though I have not inherited this kingdom and sovereignty, and this wealth and affluence, this power and dignity, from my father and grandfather, and though this country has not been ours before, still my elevation and my improved fortunes are due to the grace of God. It was not by my army that I won them, but the One, the Peerless, the Incomparable, the Creator of the world has given me the kingdom by the blessing of Selaij; and it is from him that I receive help in every thing. I do not depend upon any other person for assistance. He is the Accomplisher of my undertakings and the Giver of help in all my movements. He is the Bestower of victory and success in all contests and oppositions. We have been graciously favoured with the blessings of both the worlds. If (you think) your power and prestige are the creation of your own bravery, courage, resources, and splendour, then without doubt, your fortunes will decay, and the vengeance of death is but the legitimate due of your soul.”