उन्हीं को आज नहीं बैठने की जा मिलती
मुआ'फ़ करते थे जो लोग कल ज़मीनों को
— Mir Anees
Meaning
Today, the very people who used to grant lands to others cannot even find a place to sit.
Explanation
This couplet captures the cruel irony of time and how swiftly fortunes can reverse. The poet contrasts the majestic generosity of those who once gave away vast estates with their current helplessness, where they cannot even find a small corner to rest. It is a poignant meditation on the impermanence of worldly power, reminding us that wealth and status are fleeting gifts of an ever-changing world.
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