In Fariduddin Attar's Elahi Nameh, the tale of Abdullah bin Mas'ud and his handmaiden explores the conflict between material poverty and spiritual compassion. Driven by financial desperation, Abdullah attempts to sell a talented and loyal handmaiden. However, upon seeing her shed tears of sorrow over their separation, he is overcome with empathy, weeping alongside her. He immediately revokes the sale, choosing enduring poverty over inflicting emotional pain. This narrative emphasizes the Sufi virtues of mercy, emotional attachment over material gain, and the recognition of human dignity beyond transactional value.