That beginning of love, which rose like a wave, was never like this; now when I see your face, it is like a whirlpool.
Mir Taqi Mir beautifully captures the escalating intensity of love. He contrasts the initial stages of love, which are like gentle, rising waves (mauj), with the overwhelming force felt upon seeing the beloved. The beloved's gaze is not just beautiful; it's a whirlpool (ghirdaab) that pulls the lover into a state of deep, irresistible passion. It speaks to the terrifying yet exhilarating power of true love.
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