Hai Garan-sair Gham-e-rahila-o-zad Se Tu — Allama Iqbal
Meaning
How can you pass through the mountains and rivers, oh dear traveler, with the sorrow of your departure, like a gentle breeze?
Explanation
This profound couplet speaks to the resilience of the human spirit. The poet, Allama Iqbal, tells us that the sorrow of the traveler (the journey of life) and the sorrow of the self are not daunting. Why? Because the heart is capable of crossing mountains and rivers, just like the gentle breath of the breeze. It is a message of hope, reminding us that no challenge, no matter how massive, can withstand the power of determination.
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