In Chapter 31, Poem 34 of Attar's Mokhtar Nameh, the poet emphasizes the profound suffering and 'calamity' (bala) inherent in the pursuit of divine love. He asserts that the ultimate spiritual 'treasure' can only be attained by willingly habituating oneself to extreme hardship. To illustrate the terrifying intensity of this mystical struggle, Attar employs a vivid metaphor: falling into the physical danger of a lion's claws is deemed easier and preferable to grappling with the overwhelming presence and demands of the Beloved for even a single breath. This highlights the absolute surrender and immense endurance required of the soul on the spiritual path.