Tiri Asnai Se Hi Had Hui — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
My limits were reached by your mere glance; how many friends I had in this world.
Explanation
This profound couplet speaks to the overwhelming nature of true love. The poet suggests that while he had experienced countless relationships and friendships in his life, it was only the presence (aashnaai) of the beloved that truly marked a boundary or a limit for him. It implies that this love was so unique and defining that it transcended all previous experiences, becoming the single most important reference point in his life.
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