बेकली उस की न ज़ाहिर थी जो तू ऐ बुलबुल
दमकश-ए-'मीर' हुई उस लब ओ गुफ़्तार के साथ
— Mir Taqi Mir
Meaning
O Nightingale, her beauty was not evident, even with the splendor of 'Mir's' lips and speech.
Explanation
This profound couplet speaks to the elusive nature of love and the mysteries surrounding the beloved. The poet, Mir Taqi Mir, suggests that the true depth or hidden quality (bekali) of the beloved was not visible at first. It only became clear, or revealed, through the mere interaction—the sparkle of the lips and the sweetness of the speech. It’s a celebration of how subtle moments can unveil the deepest truths!
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