Rustom's Demise and Bahman's Rise 97-

This Persian audio transcript captures the 97th session of Shahnameh reading at the Iranshahr Society, beginning with introductions of new attendees. The speaker then recounts the death of Rostam, a central hero of the Shahnameh, and how his family's lineage is now coming to an end, marking a transition from mythical to historical sections of the epic. The narrative covers Zal and Rudabeh's grief over Rostam's death and Faramarz's act of revenge against the King of Kabul. Furthermore, the session discusses King Goshtasb's abdication in favor of Bahman and Bahman's subsequent campaign for vengeance against Rostam's family, leading to a confrontation with Faramarz. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the relevance of Shahnameh today and advocating for respectful discourse, even in disagreement, in the spirit of Ferdowsi.