David Burnell: Sorab and Rustum - The Son He Never Knew

About this episode

This episode explores the legendary story of Sohrab and Rustum, focusing on themes of pride, missed moments, and love discovered too late.

Some stories aren’t just told…they’re felt. This is the legendary story of Sohrab and Rustum—an ancient tale of a father and son who meet on the battlefield… without knowing who each other truly are. It’s a story of pride.Of missed moments.Of love discovered too late. And it’s a reminder— Don’t wait to say what matters. If this episode moves you, share it with someone you love. Get full access to David Burnell at davidburnell.substack.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Host: David Burnell

Topics covered

• father-son relationship
• battlefield
• love
• pride
• missed moments

Keywords

• Sohrab
• Rustum
• father
• son
• battlefield
• love
• pride
• storytelling

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Sorab and Rustum

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