In Attar's 'Conference of the Birds', the poem 'Aristotle's Advice to Alexander at the Time of His Death' uses the demise of the great conqueror Alexander to emphasize the inescapable reality of death. Addressing the deceased king, Aristotle notes that while Alexander offered guidance throughout his life, his silent death serves as his most profound and complete lesson to humanity. The narrative then shifts to the narrator urging the reader to awaken spiritually and take heed, as death is always pursuing them. This highlights the Sufi teaching that worldly power is fleeting and true wisdom lies in spiritual preparation for the inevitable end.