Marne Pe Apne Mat Ja Salik Talab Mein Us Ki / Go Sir Ko Kho Rahega — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
The Shayar says that upon death, do not chase after that which you will lose, O traveler, in the pursuit of it; you will lose your own head, but you will retain that which is meant for you.
Explanation
This profound couplet by Mir Taqi Mir speaks to the mystical journey of the seeker (Salik). It advises that in the intense pursuit of the Divine Beloved, one should not fear self-sacrifice or the loss of ego. The poem suggests a paradox: while the journey might cost you your sense of self—your 'head'—it guarantees the ultimate reward of union with the Beloved. It’s a powerful reminder that true devotion requires letting go of the self!
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