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The Elusive Nature of the Divine and the Afflicted Soul in Attar's Mokhtar Nameh (Chapter 31, Poem 35)

In Chapter 31, Poem 35 of Attar's Mokhtar Nameh, the poet explores the elusive nature of the Divine and the profound suffering of the seeker. The poem depicts the heart and soul as captives and 'afflicted lovers' in their quest for God. The central paradox lies in the Divine, described as 'that moon of the two worlds,' becoming hidden at the exact moment of its manifestation. This illustrates the fundamental inaccessibility of the ultimate Truth, emphasizing that human faculties cannot easily grasp or maintain a direct path to the Divine despite their intense yearning.

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Persian Literature Prerequisite Course