O You Who Seek Divine Wisdom | Sufi Poetry From Farid Ud-Din Attar's work, "Conference of the Birds"

This video is intended to echo the mystic poetry of the Sufi Master, Farid Ud-Din Attar.Show more

Farid Uddin Attar was a Persian poet and sufi master who has left an indelible mark on Persian Sufi literature. Born in Nishapur, in northeastern Iran, during the 12th century, his work reflects the philosophy that divine love is the objective of every seeker and the path to God goes beyond all forms of ritual and belief systems.

Sufism, often described as the mystical dimension of Islam, emphasizes the inner, spiritual search for God. Sufis strive for a personal, intimate connection with the divine, often expressed through love, poetry, and devotion. It is a path that seeks to find the divine presence within, to experience God beyond the limitations of form and doctrine.

In "The Conference of the Birds," Attar conveys the Sufi idea that the divine permeates and transcends all creation. The verses in the video encapsulate the belief that while the source of creation is indescribable, every atom in the universe from the depths of the earth to the heights of the heavens is a witness to God’s existence. In Sufism, God is both immanent and transcendent, intimately involved with the world yet beyond the reach of human understanding or language.

Attar's poetry bridges the expanse between doctrinal differences, suggesting that all religions are rivers leading to the same boundless ocean. The video's quotes illustrate the idea that there is one creator, one integral source, from which we all emerge and to which we all return. This concept is beautifully reflected in the quote: “God is all, and things have only a nominal value - the visible world, and the world invisible are only Himself.”

Attar emphasizes that in our search for knowledge of the divine, we often overlook the immediate presence of God within and around us. The video features his words that implore us to recognize the essence that is closer than our own heartbeat, urging us to say: “O You who are not seen, although you make us know of You, everyone is You, yet none other than You is manifested.”

The selected quotes also touch upon the idea that while humanity grasps at the literal meanings of religious teachings, the essence often remains concealed. Attar challenges us to go beyond the surface, to find that "the soul is hidden in the body, and You are hidden in the soul," inviting viewers to explore the depths where the divine dances hidden in plain sight.

Peace and blessings be to all of those who read this, I send my warmest regards, and I pray for

The Journey to Understanding
Our video, guided by Attar’s poetic verses, is not just a recitation of his work but an invocation to set forth on a quest for truth. He urges us to "walk carefully" and to understand that knowing God comes not through human wisdom but through divine revelation. "To know oneself one must live a hundred lives. But you must know God by Himself, and not by you."

Conclusion: A Call to Spiritual Awakening
As Attar's words resonate in "The Same God is Spoken of in All the Major Religion's Scriptures," let them awaken a longing in your heart for the journey beyond names and forms, to the realization of the One who is beyond description. Let this video be a companion on your quest as we join together in the pursuit of the ultimate treasure — the truth of our existence and the unity of the divine.

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