Simurgh

Nature of the Simurgh

The Simurgh is a giant bird from Persian tradition. It nests in a tree that bears the seeds of all plants. In Ferdowsi's «Book of Kings» it raises the abandoned child Zal and gives him feathers with which he can call it in times of need. In Attar's «Conference of the Birds» many birds set out in search of it. In the end thirty arrive – and realise: «si murgh», thirty birds, that is who they are.

Inner attitude

The Simurgh is old and kind. It has seen much and does not judge. It helps when it is called – and still lets you walk the path yourself.

The essential qualities

• wise
• nurturing
• ancient
• kind
• mirroring

It shows you what you already are.

Meaning

The Simurgh appears when you look outside for what has long been within you. It invites you to walk the long path – and at the end to look into your own face. It reminds you that you are not alone in times of need.

Voice of the being

«You were looking for me. Look closely – you have found yourself.»

Encounter & working together

You meet the Simurgh in a feather that falls at your feet, or in still water that mirrors your face. Hold a feather in your hand and ask yourself: What am I looking for – and where might it already be?

Pay attention to

• where you look for answers only in others
• where you need help and do not call
• where a long path leads you to yourself

The Simurgh works when you are ready to recognise yourself.

Essence

At the end of the path I find myself.