Life is not worth living Quote by Farid al-Din Attar
““Yea, my friends, we have a king, whose name is Simurg, and whose residence is behind Mount Caucasus. He is close by, but we are far away from Him. The road to His throne is bestrewn with obstructions; more than a hundred thousand veils of light and darkness screen the throne. Hundreds of thousands of souls burn with an ardent passion to see Him, but no one is able to find his way to Him. Yet none can afford to do without Him. Supreme manliness, absolute fearlessness and complete self-effacement are needed to overcome those obstacles. If we succeed in getting a glimpse of His face, it will be an achievement indeed. If we do not attempt it, and if we fail to greet the Beloved, this life is not worth living.” The””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Conference of the Birds, 12th‑century Persian Sufi allegory
The quest for divine union is obstructed by countless veils; only fearless, self‑effacing seekers can glimpse the Beloved, making life meaningful.
In simple terms: Finding God requires courage and humility; otherwise life feels empty.
Key Takeaway
Seek the divine with fearless humility.
Themes
spirituality
self‑transcendence
quest
humility
Mood
awe
longing
determination
Type
philosophical
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- pilgrimage
- meditation
- personal crisis
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
Sufism
mysticism
obstacle metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What veils block your spiritual path?
- How can you cultivate fearless humility?
A Different Perspective
The path may be endless and the seeker may never fully know the divine.
