Aab-e-hayaat Ki Si Saari Raushn Hai Us Ki — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
Her radiance is like the water of life, but when she leaves, we are all dying.
Explanation
This profound couplet speaks to the intense dependence of the lover on the beloved's presence. The poet compares the beloved's presence to 'Aab-e-Hayat'—the water of life—suggesting that life itself depends on this person. However, the second line delivers a painful punch: the mere thought of their departure is enough to cause the lover immense emotional agony, as if they are dying even before the separation happens. It captures the essence of absolute devotion.
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