“The ocean can be yours; why should you stop Beguiled by dreams of evanescent dew? The secrets of the sun are yours, but you Content yourself with motes trapped in beams.”
Quote by Farid al-Din Attar
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Farid al-Din Attar
Farid al-Din Attar was a Persian poet, philosopher, and Sufi mystic, born in Nishapur in 1145 and died in 1220. Renowned for his Sufi poetry, his most celebrated work is 'Mantiq al-Tayr' (The Conference of the Birds), a philosophical allegory that delves into the spiritual journey towards enlightenment. Attar's poetry is celebrated for its profound spiritual insights and rich imagery, making him a significant figure in Persian literature and Sufi thought. more
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