The Nāṣirī Generations 187.1.8

187.1.8

I now return to the history of Muhammad-i-Bakht-yar. When he returned from the presence of Sultan Kutb-ud-Din, and subdued Bihar, his fame had reached the hearing of Rae Lakhmaniah, and the different parts of his dominions likewise. A number of astrologers, wise men, and counsellors of his kingdom presented themselves before the Rae, and represented, saying : In our books of the ancient Brahmans they have foretold that this country will fall into the hands of the Turks and the time of its fulfilment has drawn near. The Turks have subjugated Bihar, and next year they will surely come into this country. It is expedient for us that the Rae should consent so that he, along with the whole people, should be removed from the country in order that we may be safe from the molestation of the Turks.”