बढ़ के ख़ैबर से है ये मारका-ए-दीन-ओ-वतन
इस ज़माने में कोई हैदर-ए-कर्रार भी है
— Allama Iqbal
Meaning
The assault on faith and homeland from Khairbourg has increased so much that there is no brave and courageous person in this era.
Explanation
This couplet speaks of a monumental struggle—the battle for faith and nation. Allama Iqbal asks, with a deep sense of concern, if there is anyone in this era who possesses the sheer strength and courage of Haider (Ali's son). It's a powerful call to action, a challenge to the generation, questioning where the true defenders of principles and homeland lie.
