हमें लाख ज़माना लुभाए तो क्या नए रंग जो चर्ख़ दिखाए तो क्या ये मुहाल है अहल-ए-वफ़ा के लिए ग़म-ए-मिल्लत ओ उल्फ़त-ए-दीं न रहे
— Akbar Allahabadi
Meaning

No matter how much the world tempts us or fate displays ever-changing hues, it is impossible for the loyal to ever lose their concern for the community and devotion to their faith.

Explanation

The poet speaks of an unwavering fidelity that no worldly glamour or shifting fortunes can erode. Even if life dazzles with endless temptations and the skies turn in fascinating new ways, a soul rooted in deep integrity cannot forget the collective sorrow of their people or abandon their core spiritual devotion. It is a moving affirmation that true honor lies in remaining steadfast to one's roots and convictions, no matter how seductive the world becomes.

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