Munh Taka Hi Kare Hai Jis Tis Ka — Mir Taqi Mir
मुँह तका ही करे है जिस तिस का
हैरती है ये आईना किस का
— Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
The mirror wonders whose bewilderment this is, for it is the mouth that has spoken such a thing.
Explanation
This profound couplet by Mir Taqi Mir is a deep meditation on identity and appearance. The poet questions the source of mimicry—whose mouth is it that speaks or acts in imitation? And he asks, whose is this mirror that is so surprised? It suggests that we often scrutinize others' flaws, but rarely question the authenticity of our own reflection. It's a powerful reminder to look inward.
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