You are the sound that gives enthusiasm and expands recognition through the ears. What use is an instrument that remains hidden silently behind the curtain?

This powerful couplet by Allama Iqbal speaks to the vital importance of expression and audible art. The poet argues that true energy and knowledge are gained through sound—through the music or voice that actively engages the listener. He questions the value of anything, even a beautiful musical instrument, that remains silent and hidden away, unused, behind a curtain.