Kaheen Is Aalam-e-be-rang-o-boo Mein Bhi Talab Meri / Woh — Allama Iqbal
कहीं इस आलम-ए-बे-रंग-ओ-बू में भी तलब मेरी
वही अफ़्साना-ए-दुंबाला-ए-महमिल न बन जाए
— Allama Iqbal
Meaning
Even in this colorless and scentless world, may my desire not become that burdensome tale (or burden).
Explanation
This couplet speaks to the delicate nature of deep longing. The poet fears that in a world already lacking beauty and vibrancy, his own intense desire—his 'talab'—will not become merely a burdensome, repetitive tale. It's a plea for his passion to be meaningful and uplifting, rather than a heavy weight that drains the color from life. A profound reflection on the weight of emotion.
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