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To break a curse or fulfill a marriage condition, Hatim embarks on seven distinct adventures to find the answers to these symbolic inquiries: "What I saw once, I long for a second time" : A search for a mysterious and beautiful sight or being. "Do good, and cast it upon the waters" : An adventure emphasizing the virtue of selfless charity. "Do no evil; if you do, such shall you meet with" : A quest illustrating the law of karma or retribution. "He who speaks the truth is always tranquil" : A journey proving the inner peace found in honesty. "Let him bring an account of the mountain of Nida" : A physical quest to reach a legendary, echoing mountain. "Let him produce a pearl of the size of a duck's egg" : A task to find a rare and immense physical treasure. "Let him bring an account of the bath of Bad-gard"
In most versions, Hatim does not seek the princess for himself but undertakes these perilous journeys on behalf of a friend or a less-fortunate prince who has fallen in love with her. The Cinematic "Index": Modern Adaptations index of hatim tai