In Attar's Elahi Nameh, the tale of the beloved of Tus and the dog serves as an allegory for the unity of creation and the rejection of spiritual pride. When the ecstatic lover throws a stone at a dog, a divine messenger (the green-clad rider) strikes and rebukes him, explaining that the dog is a creation of divine power (Qudrah) and shares the same origin as humans. The narrative emphasizes that outward appearances are deceptive and that all creatures possess an inner spiritual value, teaching that true mystics must practice humility and extend compassion to all of God's creation.