The ECO Cultural Institute honors the Commemoration Day of Sheikh Farid al-Din Attar Neishaburi, the visionary poet and mystic of the ECO region; an orator whose words and thoughts are not only deeply rooted in the depths of meaning and Sufism but also continue to serve as a soul-soothing breeze, inspiring friendship and convergence among humanity today.
Farid al-Din Attar, through masterpieces such as The Conference of the Birds (Mantiq al-Tayr), The Book of Affliction (Musibat-Nama), The Book of Divine (Ilahi-Nama), and The Memorial of the Saints (Tadhkirat al-Awliya), transformed the language of mysticism and gnosis into a bridge for human connection. This bond transcends geographical borders, ethnicities, and diverse beliefs, standing firmly upon the foundations of humanity and the quest for truth.
This towering peak of thought in the 12th and 13th centuries, through his narrative of the birds' spiritual journey toward the Simurgh, offered a profound allegory of the "Unity of Being," the solidarity of yearning souls, and the transcendence of the self to attain the Truth. Today, this timeless allegory remains a radiant beacon, illuminating the path toward mutual understanding and global integration.
The voice of Attar is a call to peace, collective wisdom, and peaceful coexistence. His legacy is not only a vital part of our cultural identity but also a priceless gem and a global asset for fostering understanding and building a world that is calmer and filled with compassion and empathy.
In honoring this brilliant figure of literature and mysticism, the ECO Cultural Institute invites all scholars, intellectuals, and seekers of truth to explore his profound thoughts and engage in the translation and dissemination of his precious works, so that the resonance of his message of unity and humanity may become more global and enduring.