किया मिरा तज़्किरा जो साक़ी ने बादा-ख़्वारों की अंजुमन में तो पीर-ए-मय-ख़ाना सुन के कहने लगा कि मुँह फट है ख़ार होगा
— Allama Iqbal
Meaning

If the cupbearer mentioned my praise in the gathering of wine-drinkers, the master of intoxication said, 'Your mouth is foul; thorns will emerge.'

Explanation

This profound couplet describes the poet's immense influence. When the Saqi mentions the poet's name in the gathering of wine lovers, the master of the tavern reacts with caution. He warns that the poet's mouth is open, and thorns will emerge. This suggests that the poet's words, while intoxicating, are sharp and impactful, capable of revealing deep truths!

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