Yum Hi Hairan-o-khafa Jon Ghunca-e-tasvir Hom — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
Why are the buds of this picture so surprising and displeasing to the eye? I don't know why my heart is drawn to them, even after a lifetime.
Explanation
This couplet speaks of the mysterious nature of love and memory. Mir Taqi Mir suggests that sometimes, merely a small, fragile image—a 'bunch of pictures'—can evoke such surprise and distress (hairan-o-khafa). He muses that even after spending a lifetime, he still doesn't understand why his heart is so easily captivated! It’s a beautiful reflection on how powerful, unpredictable, and persistent the pull of the beloved remains, regardless of time or distance.
Interpretation note: meanings and explanations may be AI-assisted and should not replace a primary text or scholarly edition. See the editorial policy.
Audio
Free — just your email. You'll come right back here.
No comments yet. Be the first.