The Eclipse of the 'Abbasid Caliphate - Original Chronicles of the Fourth Islamic Century #245691

Account of the affairs of 'Adud al-daulah on his expedition to the Jabal.<br><br>He started at the head of his army on Saturday 3 Dhu'l-Hijjah (June 19, 1980) having in his company Abu 'Abd Allah Hussain B. Sa'dan to see to the execution of orders and to muster of the forces; when he was half-way between Hulwan and Qarmisin he was attacked by his former malady, and visitors were excluded in a way which caused alarming rumours. Presently his health improved and he appeared in public and rode to Qarmisin. Here he was met by the sons of Hasanawaihi, who had previously sent to offer their allegiance through the mediation of Abu Nasr Khwashadhah, who however had not counted on their all being willing to present themselves in person.<br><br>Account of the arrest of some of the sons of Hasanawaihi and the favours bestowed on others.<br><br>They were brought to the camp and seated in a marquee behind the pavilion, guarded by Dailemite staff-officers and others of the mounted retainers. Bedouins, Kurds, Infantry and Cavalry were posted round the camp and outside the town to prevent any of them or their followers escaping.