E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Sof’farides (3 syl.).
A dynasty of four kings, which lasted thirty-four years and had dominion over Khorassan, Seïstan, Fars, etc. (873–907); founded by Yacoub ebn Laïth, surnamed al Soffar (the brazier), because his father followed that trade in Seïstan.
