The Chachnāma (Fatḥnāma-yi Sind) 35.3.9
The Chachnamah, an Ancient History of Sind 35.3.9
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35.3.9
Inform me as to what the end would be.” The astrologer, after looking into his books, said: “According to a scientific calculation, victory is in store for the army of Islam, because Venus is behind its back and in front of you.” When Dahar heard this he became very angry. The astrologer said: “The king should not lose his self-control; let him order that a figure of Venus be made of gold.” This was done and the image was tied to the saddle straps of his horse, that Venus might be behind his back and the victory be his. Muhammad Kásim now approached nearer, so that there was only half a league between the two armies.