He passed the sacred Haram's silent tower,

And underneath the wide o'erarching gate

Surveyed the dwelling of this Chief of power,

Where all around proclaimed his high estate.

Amidst no common pomp the Despot sate,

While busy preparation shook the court,

Slaves, eunuchs, soldiers, guests, and santons[156] wait;[fe]

Within, a palace, and without, a fort:

Here men of every clime appear to make resort.