M6:4300 — کیمیای نو کننده دردهاست / کو ملولی آن طرف که درد خاست

Rumi, in this section, is discussing the nature of 'weariness' or 'boredom' (ملال, malāl). He argues that this weariness does not stem from repetition or the inherent nature of an activity, but rather from a lack of genuine 'hunger' or 'pain' (dard). He illustrates this by contrasting the repetitive actions people undertake without boredom (like gossip, earning a living, or even malicious deceit) with the weariness they feel towards spiritual or beneficial activities. The core idea is that if there is a true, deep pain or longing, one never tires of seeking its remedy or engaging with it.

The beyt uses the metaphor of kīmiyā (alchemy) to describe pain's transformative power. Just as alchemy transforms base metals into gold, pain transforms stale, old sorrows into fresh, urgent experiences. When true pain arises, it consumes one's attention and energy, leaving no room for malāl. This is a profound Sufi insight: rather than avoiding pain, one should embrace it, as it is a catalyst for spiritual awakening and a sign of authentic engagement with one's inner state or the divine quest. The absence of weariness in the face of pain signifies its vital, life-affirming (paradoxically) role.