Baithna Gairon Mein Kab Hai Nang-e-yar / Phul Gul Hote Hi Hain Kharon — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
When is it for me to sit among strangers, exposed like a beloved? / Flowers and blossoms are always among thorns. (Meaning: When can I be vulnerable/exposed in the company of others, because flowers and blossoms are always found amidst thorns.)
Explanation
This beautiful couplet explores the concept of emotional vulnerability. The poet asks, 'When is it appropriate to be exposed to strangers, O beloved?' The answer is a poignant reminder of life's nature: beauty (flowers) and danger (thorns) always grow together. It suggests that true beauty and passion often come with inherent risks, and that the greatest risks are sometimes the most beautiful. It is a timeless meditation on risk and grace.
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