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The Allegory of Ibrahim Adham's Renunciation of Balkh in Mosibat Nameh

In this section of Attar's Mosibat Nameh, the poet recounts an allegory featuring Ibrahim ibn Adham, the famed ascetic who historically renounced his throne in the city of Balkh. The narrative illustrates Ibrahim's realization of the spiritual emptiness of worldly kingship and his embrace of voluntary poverty (faqr). By highlighting his decision to abandon his royal dominion in pursuit of true, divine detachment, Attar emphasizes the Sufi theme of turning away from temporal power and material wealth to achieve spiritual freedom and proximity to God.

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