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Allegory of the Solitary Dervish and the Guests in Mosibat Nameh
In this section of Mosibat Nameh, Attar presents a parable of a solitary, destitute dervish who relies entirely on trust in God (tawakkul). When two hungry guests arrive at his door, he has nothing to offer them. Overwhelmed by shame as they wait, the dervish turns to the sky in a state of 'madness' and candidly questions God, asking why He sends guests without providing the means to feed them. The tale explores themes of utter destitution (faqr), divine providence, and the audacious, intimate dialogue (gustaakhi) that often characterizes the relationship between the sincere mystic and the Divine.
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Updated 2026-07-03
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Persian Literature Prerequisite Course