ग़रीब दिल ने बहुत आरज़ूएँ पैदा कीं मगर नसीब का लिक्खा कि सब का ख़ून हुआ
— Akbar Allahabadi
Meaning

This helpless heart gave rise to many desires, but such was fate's decree that every single one of them was ruined.

Explanation

This couplet captures the quiet tragedy of helpless longing. The poet portrays a vulnerable, innocent heart that lovingly gives birth to countless dreams, almost like tender children. Yet fate turns out to be a ruthless executioner, brutally snuffing out every single desire before it can ever blossom into reality.

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