खेल लड़कों का समझते थे मोहब्बत के तईं है बड़ा हैफ़ हमें अपनी भी नादानी का
— Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning

The Shayar says that he used to think playing was about the true meaning of love, but now he realizes his own foolishness is quite profound.

Explanation

This profound couplet captures the disillusionment of a lover. The speaker initially dismissed love, thinking it was merely a playful game for young boys. However, after experiencing the depth of heartbreak, they realize the true folly was not in the nature of love itself, but in their own naivety. It is a powerful self-critique, suggesting that the greatest pain comes from admitting one's own emotional blindness.

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