Aawara Hoon Main Gor Ki Manzil Ke Shauq Mein — Khwaja Haidar Ali Aatish
Meaning
I roam about, longing for the destination of the grave; the highwayman will deal with me as if offering proof.
Explanation
The poet calls himself a wanderer, drifting through life with one deep longing in his heart — to reach the resting place of the grave, the final destination. He is so lost in this yearning for that last home that he has no interest in worldly directions or guidance. He imagines that even a highway robber, who usually steals from travelers, would instead try to show him the way, to guide him toward his path. It's a touching image of someone so devoted to his final journey that the whole world seems to point him homeward, even those who might otherwise lead others astray.
Interpretation note: meanings and explanations may be AI-assisted and should not replace a primary text or scholarly edition. See the editorial policy.
Audio
Free — just your email. You'll come right back here.
No comments yet. Be the first.