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The Metaphor of Prophet David's Lamentation in Mosibat Nameh

In Section 2 of Attar's Mosibat Nameh, the tale of Prophet David is used to illustrate the profound spiritual and physical impact of divine lamentation. The poem describes how David's recitation of the Psalms mesmerized all of nature, halting the wind, water, and birds. However, Attar emphasizes that the true power of David's voice stemmed from his deep mourning and spiritual pain rather than mere aesthetic beauty. This allegory highlights the overwhelming and even destructive force of genuine sorrow and divine longing, which transcends ordinary aesthetic experiences.

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