મોર બોલે મેહ વરસે મૂસળધારજો; કચરા ને કાદવ રે મચી આ મેદની,
— Dalpatram
Meaning

Peacocks call, and heavy rains pour down incessantly. Consequently, this world is filled with mud and waste everywhere.

Explanation

This couplet paints a vivid picture of the monsoon season. It begins with the iconic sound of peacocks calling, a sure sign that heavy rains are on their way. And indeed, the rain then pours down in sheets, drenching everything. The second line describes the aftermath: with such a downpour, the earth quickly becomes a mix of mud and debris. It beautifully captures the intensity of the monsoon, where the majestic call of the peacock and the mighty rain also bring about a messy, earthy reality of garbage and slush covering the ground.

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