Attar (Farid al-Din Attar)

Farid al-Din Attar was a 12th-century Persian poet and mystical thinker renowned for his spiritual poetry and allegorical stories. His works explore themes of divine love, self-discovery, and the soul's journey toward God, often using rich symbolism and parables. Among his most famous writings is "The Conference of the Birds," a poetic allegory illustrating the quest for spiritual enlightenment through the story of birds seeking a divine king. Attar's influence extends across Persian literature and Sufi philosophy, inspiring seekers and writers with his insights into the human spirit and its connection to the divine.