मुँह दिखाता बरसों वो ख़ुश-रू नहीं
चाह का यूँ कब तलक नाता रहा
— Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
Although he has been visible for years, he is not beloved; how long can this connection of desire last?
Explanation
This powerful couplet speaks to the pain of prolonged deception. The poet questions the sincerity of someone who only maintained a façade of friendship or affection for years. It's a deep reflection on how quickly superficial relationships crumble when the truth is revealed, making us question the very nature of love and trust.
Interpretation note: meanings and explanations may be AI-assisted and should not replace a primary text or scholarly edition. See the editorial policy.
Audio
Recitation
Hindi Meaning
English Meaning
Hindi Explainer
English Explainer
Comments · 0
Free — just your email. You'll come right back here.
No comments yet. Be the first.