2 Urdu couplets and shers with tauheen
tauheen(m): insult
Description of tauheen: Tauheen is an Urdu word meaning "disrespect," "insult," or "sacrilege," often implying a grave violation of honor or dignity. Unlike mere criticism, it conveys profound dishonor that wounds one's esteem or sanctity. Differs from "beizzati" by emphasizing an act akin to blasphemy against revered qualities. In poetry, it laments failing to exalt beauty, as in Punjabi lyrics where neglecting praise is "tauheen" of a beloved's grace.
1 / 2: tauheen
ji bhar ke us ke
husn ki tauheen ham ne ki
even today, i soothed
my own ego
by insulting her beauty
to my heart's content
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2 / 2: tauheen
qasam khuda ki ye
tauheen hai javaani ki
seeking to be virtuous
while young
by god, it's an
insult to youth
Theme: Time, Life & Learning (133)
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