हमेशा कूच ओ मक़ाम अपना रहा है ख़िज़्र-ए-रह-ए-तरीक़त रुका तो मैं संग-ए-मील बन कर चला तो आवाज़-ए-चंग हो कर
— Nazm Tabatabai
Meaning

My moving and halting have always guided others on the spiritual path; when I paused, I became a milestone, and when I moved, I became the inspiring sound of a harp.

Explanation

The poet reflects on his spiritual journey, showing how both his stillness and his motion served as a guide for fellow seekers. When he paused, he became a steadfast milestone helping wanderers find their bearings, and when he moved, his footsteps turned into the uplifting music of a harp, inspiring the whole caravan forward. It is a graceful reminder that a truly awakened soul guides others not just through active effort, but simply through the way they live their life.

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