Dekhiyo Panja-e-mizzgan Ki Tak Atish-dasti / Har Sahar Khak Mein — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
I saw the blazing craft of the mizzgaan's paw; / Every dawn, how many doors of longing are found in the dust.
Explanation
This profound couplet by Mir Taqi Mir speaks to the cyclical nature of suffering and human existence. The first line, 'Dekhiyo panja-e-mizgaan ki tak aatish-dasti,' is a powerful metaphor, suggesting that the mere sight of the 'mizgaan' (a type of strong, fiery presence) is enough to ignite passion. The second line, 'Har sahar khaak mein milte hain dar-e-qamar kitne,' suggests that every morning, amidst the dust of life, we find countless doors to the moon (perfection/divinity). It's a beautiful contemplation on the transient beauty and enduring search for light.
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