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Absolute Despair and Unhealed Suffering in Attar's Mokhtar Nameh (Chapter 23, Poem 72)
In Poem 72 of Chapter 23 in Attar's Mokhtar Nameh, the poet explores the profound theme of absolute despair and unmitigated suffering in the worldly experience. The imagery of the heart and soul departing without finding 'joy' or 'profit' underscores the perceived futility of worldly existence. Furthermore, the striking metaphor of the eye 'filled with blood' that perceives 'no sign of healing' conveys a deep spiritual desolation, emphasizing a state where the seeker finds no consolation, remedy, or relief from the agony of their existential journey.
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Updated 2026-07-04
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Persian Literature Prerequisite Course