In this narrative from Farid al-Din Attar's Elahi-Nameh, Joseph questions God about the afflicted, blind, and impoverished state of the elderly Zulaykha. Gabriel descends to reveal that God does not abandon her, as her devotion remains valued. This story serves as a Sufi allegory illustrating the transition from metaphorical, earthly love ('ishq-i majazi) to absolute, divine love ('ishq-i haqiqi). Through her intense longing and suffering, Zulaykha's earthly desire is purified into a direct, spiritual connection with the Divine, highlighting how sincere passion, despite worldly scandal, ultimately leads to divine grace.