I unfortunately have no one who could fill his place except the worthy Kadi Othman; but he is no soldier, and he cannot be spared from his post.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
He was conducted at once to the house of the Kadi; but this official was at the Divan-the council, which his arch-foe, that black monster Obada, had called together.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
The Kadi spoke frankly and fearlessly against his recent proceedings, declaring in the name of every member of the Divan, that they disclaimed all responsibility for what had been done, and that it rested on the Vekeel alone.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers