न हों जिन के ठिकाने होश वो मंज़िल को क्या पहुँचे कि रस्ता हाथ आया जिस की हुश्यारी से हाथ आया
— Bahadur Shah Zafar
Meaning

Those who do not have their wits about them can never reach their destination, because whoever found the path did so only through alertness and wisdom.

Explanation

This couplet reminds us that reaching any destination, whether in love or in life, demands keen mindfulness and steady focus. The poet uses the imagery of an elusive path that reveals itself only to those who walk with watchful eyes and clear intent. Those lost in distraction or recklessness remain wandering, while only the truly vigilant find the way through.

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