53 I stand here merely as one among you. It is through your steadfast support and the formidable reputation you uphold that I have been able to rule and gain strength. There is nothing more precious to me than he workings of God in guiding your path, in fostering your prosperity, and in upholding your strength. I believe that the most prudent course of action is for all of you to journey together to Khosrow. Upon your arrival, each of you should speak freely, expressing your thoughts candidly so that Khosrow might come to realize that his perceptions of the Arabs are misguided and inaccurate. However, exercise caution in your discourse; avoid utterances that might provoke his ire, for remember, he is a sovereign of immense power, surrounded by numerous allies. He dwells in opulence and is not without vanity.
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