All innocent travelers are in great fear, and it is known that this boat's boatmen are missing.

This couplet, by Amrut Ghayal, is a profound commentary on human vulnerability. It suggests that in times of great fear, all people are merely lost travelers on a boat of life. But the deepest fear isn't just the storm; it's the realization that the guide, the person who should be steering us safely, is missing. It speaks to the anxiety of losing direction and support when the world feels overwhelming.