Dil-e-muztarib Se Guzar Gai Shab-e-wasl Apni Hi Fikr Mein — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
From the troubled heart, the night of union passed lost in its own thoughts; there was neither peace of mind, nor leisure, nor a gentle breeze, nor tranquility.
Explanation
This couplet beautifully captures the turmoil of a troubled heart (dil-e-muztarib). The poet suggests that the night of union (shab-e-wasl) itself passed by, not because of external circumstances, but because of the heart's own overthinking and anxiety. The heart was devoid of focus (dimagh), peace (faraag), sleep (shakeb), or stability (qaraar). It's a profound reflection on how internal anxiety can eclipse even the most beautiful moments.
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