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The Fifth Son's Desire for the Ring of Solomon in the Fifteenth Discourse

In the Fifteenth Discourse of Farid al-Din Attar's Elahi Nameh, the intelligent fifth son expresses his sincere desire for the Ring of Solomon (Angoshtar-e Soleyman). He seeks this legendary ring, which historically granted King Solomon dominion over fairies, demons, and the knowledge of the language of birds. The son believes that possessing such an artifact would grant him unparalleled worldly power and elevate him above the heavens. This allegorical request symbolizes the ego's intense craving for supernatural control and absolute material dominion, setting up the father's subsequent spiritual counsel.

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