In Section 12 of Mosibat Nameh (Discourse 27), Attar presents an allegory of a madman who typically neglects his prayers but is observed praying fervently one day. When questioned about this sudden change, the madman explains that because God satisfied his deep hunger that day, he is repaying the favor with prayer. This parable critiques superficial and transactional devotion, highlighting the flaw of worshiping the Divine only when worldly needs are met rather than out of unconditional love or spiritual duty.