Concept

The Allegory of Moses, the Pigeon, and the Falcon in Mosibat Nameh

In Section 4 of Attar's Mosibat Nameh, an allegory is presented featuring Prophet Moses, a pigeon that seeks refuge in his sleeve, and a falcon that demands the pigeon as its rightful prey. The narrative highlights a moral and spiritual dilemma regarding justice, the protection of the weak, and the fulfillment of natural sustenance, ultimately reflecting on divine will and compassion.

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Persian Literature Prerequisite Course