The Chachnāma (Fatḥnāma-yi Sind) 30.10

30.10

The next day when the true dawn appeared from behind the dark curtain (of the sky) with a cloak of ash-coloured satin, the Samani came to the presence of Muhammad Kasim with many presents and plentiful offerings, and obtained an honourable reception. To entertain Muhammad Kasim as a distinguished guest, he supplied him with provisions to such an extent that the soldiers got sufficient corn for their needs. Muhammad Kasim then appointed a representative within the fort. He (also) built a mosque in the place of the idol-temple of Budh, and appointed a crier to call the people to prayer, and a priest (Imam) to be their guide in prayers and other religious matters. After some days, he resolved to go to Siwistan. That fortified town is to the west of the Mehrán on the top of a hill. Muhammad Kásim entertained hopes that the whole of that country would be conquered by the Musalmans. After that end was attained in regard to the country of Siwistán, he thought of returning thence and arranging to cross the river, in order to proceed against Dáhar. He prayed to the great and glorious God to give enlightened reason and right thought to the people of Arabia for their guidance, and to make it possible for them to fight successfully against the infidels. When Muhammad Kásim had completely settled the affairs at Nerún, he prepared to go to Siwistán, and he, accompanied by the Samaní, started for that place.