In Attar's Manteq ot-Teyr, the story of King Masud partnering with a poor fisher boy serves as an allegory for the transformative power of Divine grace and spiritual companionship. The fisher boy represents the destitute soul struggling in the material world, while King Masud represents the Divine King. By forming a partnership with the king, the boy's fortunes are instantly changed, illustrating how the seeker's sincere effort combined with Divine favor elevates the soul from poverty to royal spiritual heights.