जिस का अमल है बे-ग़रज़ उस की जज़ा कुछ और है हूर ओ ख़ियाम से गुज़र बादा-ओ-जाम से गुज़र
— Allama Iqbal
Meaning

Whose actions are purposeless, their reward is something else; passing through the celestial maidens and the tent, through wine and cup.

Explanation

This powerful couplet by Allama Iqbal delves into the philosophy of action and intention. The lines suggest that if an action is performed without expecting any specific worldly reward or motive (बे-ग़रज़), then the reward it yields is transcendental and immense. The journey through the 'Hoor o Khayam' (garden of nymphs and the tent) and 'Baada-o-Jaam' (wine and cup) represents life's temptations and pleasures. The message is clear: detachment from the outcome is the path to true fulfillment.

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