Marte Hi Suna Un Ko Jinhe Dil-lagi Kuch Thi — Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
I heard them talking about those people whom they had affection for, 'It is good that someone is rid of this torment now.'
Explanation
This profound couplet speaks to the bittersweet nature of survival and the painful memory of love. The poet is addressing those he once cared for, telling them something that must be revealed at the moment of death. However, the true depth lies in the second line: a deep sigh of relief that he has managed to avoid a specific public humiliation or disgrace (azaar) until this very moment. It's a testament to emotional endurance.
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