Jaao Na Dil Se Manzar-e-tan Mein Hai Ja Yahi — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
Do not leave the sight of my heart, for this very body is my dwelling, and if you leave this place, you will surely regret it.
Explanation
This couplet is a deeply emotional farewell warning. The speaker tells the departing person not to leave the 'scene of the body' (manzar-e-tan) residing in the heart. It implies that the memories and emotional imprint created are so powerful that the person will regret leaving this emotional 'dwelling' (makan). It’s a poignant plea, suggesting that the emotional connection is permanent, regardless of physical distance.
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