O Mullan Qazi, you who show the way, giving the pretense of religion and faith; you are a deceiver who throws a net of falsehoods.
Bulleh Shah uses this couplet to critique the superficiality of religious practice. He points out that some people, while outwardly proclaiming devotion to 'Deen o Dharam,' are merely weaving intricate webs of deception. The Shayar warns that these elaborate schemes and pretense are nothing but a trap, meant to mislead and confuse the sincere seeker of truth. It is a powerful call to look beyond outward appearances and recognize true spirituality.
Interpretation note: meanings and explanations may be AI-assisted and should not replace a primary text or scholarly edition. See the editorial policy.
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