Though his years were unripe, his richly-dowered spirit surpassed them.

None was more skilful on lyre or harp; and he was cunning on the timbrel, on the lute, and in every modulation of string instruments.

With his changing measures he could sway the feelings of men to what passions he would; he knew how to fill human hearts with joy or sadness, with pity or with hatred, and used to enwrap the soul with the delight or terror of the ear.

All these accomplishments of the youth pleased Nanna, the daughter of Gewar, mightily, and she began to seek his embraces.

For the valour of a youth will often kindle a maid, and the courage of those whose looks are not so winning is often acceptable.
For love hath many avenues; the path of pleasure is opened to some by grace, to others by bravery of soul, and to some by skill in accomplishments.