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May 2025
32m 13s

Culture | Attar's Parable of the Moths, ...

Chai & Conversation
About this episode

In this episode of Learn Persian with Chai and Conversation, we continue to the second part of The Parable of the Moths by Attar, taken from his masterpiece Conference of the Birds.
I'm joined by the brilliant Omid Arabian of YOUniversal Center, who walks us through the next 4 lines of the poem—exploring its language, imagery, and deeper meaning.
This lesson is perfect for those with some background in Persian who want to experience the richness of mystical poetry and engage with timeless questions of love, longing, and transformation.

📄 Download the accompanying PDF guide: chaiandconversation.com

🎧 Listen to the second episode of our podcast: Spotify link

🔗 Learn more about Omid’s work: YOUniversal Center 

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