Aalam-e-husn-e-khuda-daad-e-butaan Ho Ki Jo Tha — Khwaja Haidar Ali Aatish
Meaning
Let the world of the idols' God-given beauty remain just as it was, and let their coquetry and grace remain the affliction of heart and soul just as it was.
Explanation
The poet speaks about the beauty of beloved ones, a beauty they feel is a gift from God. Whether that world of loveliness remains as radiant as it once was, or whether their charming ways and graceful gestures still steal the heart and soul the way they used to, the poet is left wondering. There is a gentle ache here, a sense of looking back at how captivating that beauty and allure once were. He is unsure if anything stays the same, or if time has changed it all. It is a tender reflection on beauty, enchantment, and the passing of a magical moment.
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