दिल ओ दीं खो के आए थे सू-ए-दैर याँ भी सब कुछ दिया ख़ुदा तू ने
— Altaf Hussain Hali
Meaning

We turned toward the idol temple having lost both our heart and faith, but even here, O God, You granted us everything.

Explanation

The poet speaks of wandering in despair toward the idol shrine after having lost both worldly desires and conventional religious piety, expecting nothing but spiritual exile. Yet, to their profound astonishment, the Divine’s boundless grace was waiting even there, showering them with unexpected abundance. It is a warm, comforting reminder that no matter how lost or detached from tradition you feel, God's love isn't confined to a mosque or temple—it embraces you wherever you arrive with an open heart.

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