Legend of Tebulos

Legend of Tebulos On Tebulos peak, where the crystals shine, A fearless leader stood, with courage in his eyes. Twelve long years of war, their banner flew high, Against the Mongol horde, their spirit wouldn’t die. On Tebulos they held the line, Idig and his fearless band. Twelve times they drove the foe away, In icy graves, their honor stays. Hunger came, their strength grew thin, But their hearts of steel refused to give in. To the last man, they stood their ground, Their sacrifice, where a nation’s pride is found. On Tebulos they held the line, Idig and his fearless band. Twelve times they drove the foe away, In icy graves, their honor stays. From Tebulos peak, the legend lives on, Of bravery, sacrifice, and battles long gone. ———————————- The legend of Tebulos tells the story of a heroic defense led by a fearless medieval Chechen leader named Idig. For twelve years, Idig and his warriors defended the peak of Tebulos, against repeated Mongol invasions. Despite facing twelve brutal assaults and enduring harsh conditions, including hunger and exhaustion, they held their ground with unwavering courage. In the end, Idig and all of his men perished, succumbing to starvation and overwhelming odds. However, their resistance was so fierce and costly for the Mongols that despite the victory it discouraged further attempts to conquer the land of Chechens. This heroic last stand, though it ended in the death of every defender, became a symbol of resilience and sacrifice, laying the foundation for the emerging national identity of their people. The legend lives on as a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who fought and the legacy they left behind.