Like the Light which is veiled by the radiance, even though it becomes,
Alongside its veiling, a veil for the Essence of the Originator;
And he is the one without whom He would not have been manifest
And witnessed by creation with physical sights. 1
We have demonstrated the knowledge of the Originator from all various aspects based on what was clarified by the foremost masters, and we have explained the meaning of manifestation and hiddenness, as well as the nature of unveiling and veiling. Were we to pursue the complete unfolding of the interpretation of these intricate matters, the book would become overly prolonged; rather, [we have left some of it] 2 encoded in symbols so that the seeker may strive for deep comprehension, and so that the virtue of the scholar may be recognized over those who are below him.