(I bring) news of Iqbal from the garden's gentle breeze, yet the nine-armed, beating, still lies beneath the dam.
This profound couplet speaks to the enduring impact of a poet's message. The 'Naseem' (breeze) is carrying the news of Allama Iqbal's presence from the beautiful garden. But the real depth lies in the second line: 'Nine-directional fluttering is still under the surface.' This suggests that the poet's words aren't just superficial; they create a deep, constant tremor—a powerful movement that stirs the core of the listener's being, even if it's unseen.
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