1 Urdu ash'ar / shayari (shers, couplets) by
Hafeez Hoshiarpuri
1912-1973,
Hoshiarpur (Punjab)
Hafeez Hoshiarpuri Biography
Biography
Hafeez Hoshiarpuri was an Urdu poet whose ghazals combined romance, elegance, and reflection. Born in Hoshiarpur in 1912, he grew up in a region that had long been associated with culture and learning. From an early age, he displayed a love for literature, excelling in Urdu and Persian studies.
He began his career as a teacher before entering government service, eventually serving in Pakistan after Partition. Despite the demands of his professional life, Hafeez remained dedicated to poetry. His verses were marked by grace, simplicity, and an ability to capture both personal emotions and universal ideas.
His poetry was often recited at mushairas, where his smooth style and lyrical beauty earned him wide appreciation. His ghazals carried a balance of romance and philosophy, reflecting both longing and contemplation.
Hafeez Hoshiarpuri passed away in Lahore in 1973. While details of his personal life remain less documented, his reputation as a refined ghazal poet ensures his name remains respected in Urdu literary circles.
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teri mehfil mein lekin
hum na honge
there will be no shortage
of those that love you
but in your celebration
alas, i won’t be there
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