Jo Dekho Mire Sher-e-tar Ki Taraf — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
If you look towards my lion-like self, do not then incline your heart towards the gem.
Explanation
This couplet is a profound statement about commitment and choice. The 'lion' (sher-e-tar) represents fierce passion, intensity, and the unpredictable path of true love. The 'pearl' (guhr) symbolizes something beautiful but safe, perhaps a superficial or easy affection. Mir Taqi Mir is challenging the beloved: if you are going to follow the passionate, difficult path, then abandon the safe, gentle alternative! It speaks to the all-or-nothing nature of deep emotion.
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