The Scentless Rose
A Poignant Ghazal by Talib Amoli
Talib Amoli, a 17th-century Persian poet of the Indian style, was known for his delicate yet profound expressions of love, longing, and sorrow. His poetry often explores the idea of love as an unattainable dream, where the heart remains restless and unfulfilled. In this ghazal, he laments a life untouched by true love, questioning the worth of existence without passion. Through rich metaphors, he portrays the sorrow of a lover who waits endlessly, unsure whether love will ever arrive.
🌿 What use is a heart untouched by love’s deep pain?
It has tasted life’s pleasures, yet all in vain.
Like a rose without fragrance, I have remained—
What good is life when no love is gained?
If your promise of union is ever true,
Then hope remains—but if not, what shall I do?
You never arrived, and my days fade away,
A life like this, with only sorrow to stay.
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