In Poem 14 of the Mokhtar Nameh, Attar of Nishapur explores the themes of divine destiny and the infinite depth of divine mercy hidden within the smallest elements of creation.

Key Themes

• The Circle of Destiny: Attar conceptualizes human fate and existence as points on a 'circle of destiny' (دایرهٔ قسمت), all of which ultimately rest upon the margin of God's abundant bounty. This suggests that all created things, regardless of their position, are recipients of divine grace.
• The Microcosm of Mercy: The poem presents a striking mystical vision of the microcosm: splitting open the 'breast of a single atom' (سینه ذره ای) reveals endless oceans and worlds of divine mercy (رحمت). This metaphor emphasizes that the infinite majesty of God is fully present within the humblest, most minute particle of existence.