The 'Mir', who was once a staunch infidel, chose the religion of divine love.

This profound couplet, by Mir Taqi Mir, speaks of reputation and transformation. The poet suggests that his identity, or perhaps the identity of the 'Meer' persona, was initially viewed with skepticism or even hostility. Yet, it was through the embrace of 'Ishq' (divine or romantic love) that he found his true calling and established his lasting legacy. It’s a statement on art and endurance—that true art finds its path even when the world is against it.