Wednesday, September 18, 2024

JON ELIA



 AZABE HIJAR BARHALU AGAR IJAZAT HO
IK OR ZAKHAM MA KHALOO AGAR IJAZAT HO

TUMHARE ARIZ...O...LAB KI JUDAI KA DIN HAI
MA JAM MU SA LAGA LU AGAR IJAZAT HO


TUMHARA HUSSAN, TUMHARE KHYAL KA CHEHRA
SHBAHTO MA CHUPA LU AGAR IJAZAT HO


TUMHI SA HA MARE HAR KHWABE SHOK KA RISHTA
IK OR KHWAB KMALU AGAR IJAZAT HO


GIRA DYA HA TUMHARE FIRAQ NA MUJUH KO
KAHI MA KHUD KO GIRA LU AGAR IJAZAT HO




KITNA AISH UDATE HONGA,KITNA ITRATE HONGA
JANA KASE LOG WO HONGA JO USKO BHATE HONGA


SHAAM HOWE KHUSH BASH YHA KA MARE PAAS AJATE HAI
MARE BHUJNE KA NZARA  KARNA AJATE HONGA


USKI YAAD KI BADE SABA MA OR TO KYA KYA HOTA HOGA
YU HI MARE BAAL HA BIKHRE OR BIKHAR JATE HONGA


WO JO NA ANA WALA HA ,NA US SA MATLAB THA
ANA WALO SA KYA MATLAB,ATA HA ATA HONGA


YARO KUCH TO HAAL SUNAO USKI QYAMAT BANHO KA
WO JO SIMTTE HONGA UNMA WO TO MAR JATE HONGA



TUM JO AO GI TO KHOYA HOWA PAO GI MUJHE
MARI TANHAI MA KHWABO KA SIWA KUCH NHI RAKHA


MARE KAMRE KO SAJANE KI TAMANAH HA TUMHA
MARE KAMRA MA KITABO KA SIWA KUCH NHI RAKHA
JON ELIA






DEEWANA HA TUMHARA KOI GER TO NAHI
RUTHA HA AGAR TO MANA Q NHI LATA

LILAH SHABO ROZ KI ULJHAN SA NIKALO
MA PASAND NHI TO BHULA Q NHI DATA

Q DATA HO MUJHKO AZIAT SHABO ROZ
MA JO HARFE GALT HU TO MITA Q NAHI DATA


                                

                                

                                

Monday, September 9, 2024

JON ELIA

 

 

UMR GUZRE GI IMTIHAN MA KYA

DAGH HI DENGE MUJH KO DAAN MA KYA


MARI HAR BAAT BE ASAR HI RAHI

NUKS HA KUCH MARE BAYAN MA KYA


MUJH KO TO KOI TOKTA BHI NAHI

YAHI HOTA HA KHANDAN MA KYA


APNI MAHROOMIA CHUPATE HA 

HAM GAREEBO KI AN"BAN MA KYA


KHUD KO JANA JUDA ZMANE SA

AGAYA THA MRA GUMAN MA KYA


SHAM HI SA  HA DUKANE DEED BAND

NAHI NUKSAN TAK DUKAN MA KYA


A MARA SUBH-O-SHAM-E-DIL KI SHAFAQ

TU NHATI HA AB BHI BAAN MA KYA


BOLTE Q NAHI MARE HAQ MA

AABLE PAD GAYE ZUBAN MA KYA


KHAMOSHI KH RHI HA KAAN MA KUCH

A RAHA HA MARE GUMAN MA KYA


DIL KA ATA HA JISKO DHYAN BOHAT

KHUD BHI ATYA HA APNA  DHYAN MA KYA


WO MILE TO YA POOCHNA HA MUJHE

AB BHI HOO MA TERI AMAAN MA KYA


YU JO TAKTA HA ASMAAN KO TU

KOI REHTA HA ASMAN MA KYA


HAI NASEEM-E-BEHR    GARD-ALUD

KHAAK URDTI HA US MAKAN MA KYA


YA MUJHE CHAIN Q NAHI PARDTA

IK HI SHAKS THA  JHAN MA KYA





Sunday, September 8, 2024

JON ELIA


 Introduction to Jon Elia: A Rebel Poet and Iconoclast

Jaun Elia, born on December 14, 1931, in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, India, was an Urdu poet, philosopher, biographer, and scholar who left an indelible mark on the landscape of South Asian literature. Known for his distinctive style, melancholic tone, and sharp wit, Jon Elia is revered not just as a poet but as an iconoclast who challenged societal norms through his work. He is often considered one of the greatest modern Urdu poets and continues to enjoy a devoted following, even after his death in 2002. His work transcends the bounds of conventional poetry, touching upon the intricacies of love, existentialism, individualism, and a deep sense of alienation.

Early Life and Background

Born into a literary family, Jon Elia was exposed to a rich intellectual and cultural milieu from a young age. His father, Shafiq Hasan Elia, was a renowned scholar and a follower of progressive Islamic thought, while his brothers also pursued intellectual and artistic paths. Elia's upbringing was thus steeped in literature, philosophy, and critical thinking. He was a voracious reader and was drawn to both Eastern and Western philosophical traditions. This early exposure to intellectualism would later manifest in the unique depth of his poetry and prose.

In 1947, when the Indian subcontinent was partitioned into India and Pakistan, Elia, being a staunch leftist and non-conformist, found himself displaced both physically and emotionally. His family migrated to Pakistan in 1957, where they settled in Karachi. This migration played a significant role in shaping his views on exile, alienation, and identity, themes that would become central to his work.

Style and Themes in His Poetry

Jon Elia's poetry is notable for its depth of emotion and intellectual rigor. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Elia did not shy away from addressing the darker, more complex aspects of human existence. His work is characterized by a unique blend of classical and modern influences. While deeply rooted in the traditions of Persian and Urdu literature, his poetry is also informed by modernist and existentialist thought.

One of the most striking features of Elia's work is its raw emotional intensity. His poems often explore themes of unrequited love, loss, and existential despair. Unlike traditional romantic poets, however, Elia's treatment of these subjects is far from sentimental. His work reflects a deep cynicism and a sense of detachment from conventional values. His disdain for societal norms, particularly in matters of love and relationships, sets him apart as a rebellious voice in Urdu literature.

Elia's poetry is also marked by a pervasive sense of loneliness and alienation. His verse frequently grapples with the pain of exile—both in the literal sense, as a result of the partition of India, and in the more abstract sense of feeling disconnected from the world around him. This theme of exile is often intertwined with a deep sense of longing for a world that no longer exists, a sentiment that resonates with many of his readers.

Another hallmark of Jon Elia's poetry is his use of irony and wit. While his work often deals with serious, even tragic, subjects, Elia's biting humor and sharp intellect shine through in his wordplay and subtle critiques of society. His poetry is filled with paradoxes, contradictions, and self-deprecating humor, which lend it a unique complexity and depth.

Philosophical Influences

Elia's philosophical outlook was shaped by a variety of intellectual traditions. He was a self-proclaimed nihilist and atheist, and his work reflects a deep skepticism towards religious and moral certainties. His poetry frequently questions the existence of God and the meaning of life, often arriving at bleak or ambiguous conclusions. This existential angst is a key feature of his work and sets him apart from more traditional poets who may have been more inclined to seek solace in spirituality or romanticism.

In addition to his existential concerns, Elia was also deeply influenced by Marxist and socialist thought. His work often critiques the social and political structures of his time, particularly the inequalities and injustices he observed in both India and Pakistan. Despite his cynicism, however, Elia retained a deep empathy for the downtrodden and oppressed, and his work often reflects a desire for social change, even as it acknowledges the difficulty of achieving such change.

Legacy and Influence

Jon Elia’s poetry gained widespread recognition relatively late in his life. His first collection of poetry, Shayad, was published in 1991 when he was nearly 60 years old. However, once his work became more widely available, it quickly garnered a dedicated following, particularly among younger readers who were drawn to his rebellious spirit and unconventional approach to poetry. His subsequent collections, Yani, Guman, and Lekin, further cemented his reputation as one of the most original and thought-provoking poets of his generation.

Elia's influence extends far beyond the world of poetry. His work continues to resonate with readers today, particularly in Pakistan and India, where his themes of alienation, love, and existential despair speak to the struggles of modern life. His defiance of societal norms and refusal to conform to traditional expectations have also made him a cultural icon for many who see in his work a reflection of their own feelings of disillusionment and rebellion.

Conclusion

Jon Elia remains an enigmatic and captivating figure in the world of Urdu literature. His work defies easy categorization, blending the personal with the philosophical, the tragic with the humorous, and the traditional with the modern. Through his poetry, Elia invites readers to confront uncomfortable truths about themselves and the world around them, challenging them to question accepted norms and beliefs. In a literary world often dominated by sentimentality and convention, Jon Elia stands as a beacon of intellectual rigor, emotional honesty, and fearless self-expression.

Friday, September 6, 2024

POETRY OF MOTIVATION

 


SITARO  SA  AGA  JHAN  OR  BHI  HA

                                                                                    ABHI  ISHAQ  KA  IMTIHAN  OR  BHI  HA

TAHI  ZINDAGI  SA  NHI  YA  FIZAYE

                                                                                   YHA   SENKRO  KARWA  OR  BHI  HA

QINAAT  NA  KAR  ALAME  RANGO  BOO  PAR

                                                                                   CHAMAN  OR  BHI  ASHYA  OR  BHI  HA

AGAR  KHO  GYA  AK  NISHAMAN  TO  KYA

                                                                                  MUQAMAT  E  AHO  FAGA  OR  BHI   HAI

TU  SHAHEE  HA  PARWAZ  HA  KAM  TERA

                                                                                TERE SAMNE ASMAA  OR BHI HAI

ISI  ROZO  SHAB  MA  ULAJH  KAR  NA  RH  JA

                                                                               KA  TERE  ZMANO  MAKA  OR  BHI  HAI

GAI  DIN  KA  TANHA  THA  MA ANJUMAN  MA

                                                                              YHA  AB  MARE   RAZDA  OR   BHI  HA 


👉
DWA KI TALASH MA RAHA 

                                                                                   DUA KO CHOR KAR

MA     CHAL     NA         SAKA

                                                                                  DUNYA MA KHATA KO CHOR KAR

HERAN   HOO    MA

                                                                                  APNI  HASRATO  PA   IQBAL 

HAR CHEEZ KHUDA SA MANG LI

                                                                                 MAGAR KHUDA KO CHOR KAR 😓😔





                                                             MUSLMAN

GUNGI HOGAI AJ KUCH 

                                                                        ZUBAN KEHTA KEHTA

HICHKHICHA GAYA MA

                                                                        KHUD KO MUSLMAN KEHTA KEHTA

YA BAT NAHI KA MUJHE

                                                                        RAB PAR YAQEEN NAHI

BAS DAR GAYA KHUD KO

                                                                        SAHIBA EMAAN KHTA KHTA

TOFEEQ NA HOI MUJHE 

                                                                       AK WAQT KI NAMAZ KI

OR CHUP HOWA MUAZAN

                                                                       AZAAN KEHTA KEHTA 

KISI KAFIR NA JO POOCHA

                                                                      YA KONSA HA MAHINA

SHARAM SA PANI HATH SA GIRGYA

                                                                       RAMZAN KEHTA KEHTA

MARI ALMARI MA GARD SA 

                                                                       LIPTI KITAAB KA JO POOCHA

MA GHER GYA ZAMEEN MA

                                                                      QURAN KEHTA KEHTA

YA SUN KAR CHUP

                                                                      SADH      LI      USNA

YU LAGA JASA RUK GYA WO

                                                                      MUJHE HEVAN KHTA KHTA

 


TERI DUA SA QAZA TO BADAL NHI SAKTI            

MAGAR HA IS SA YA MUMKIN KA TU BADAL JAYE


TERI KHUDI MA  AGAR INQLAB HO  PAIDA

AJAB NHI HA KA YA CHAR SU BADAL JAYE


WAHI SHRAAB WHI HAYE O  HU RAHA BAKI

TAREEQ SAKI  O   RASAM KADOO BADAL JAYE


TERI DUA HA KA HO TERI ARZOOO POORI

MARI DUA HA KA TERI ARZOOO  BADAL JAYE

     

                                                                                  


                                                                        

                                                                       

                                               












Thursday, September 5, 2024

SHAYRE MASHRIK

 >TUM MUSALMAN HO KYA YA ANDAZE MUSALMANI HA

    HEIDRY FAQAR HA NA DOLTA USMANI HA

    TUM KO ASLAF SA KYA NISBATE ROHANI HA

WO MUAZIZ THA ZMANE MA MUSLMAN HOKAR

TUM KHWAR HOWE TARIQA QURAN HOKAR


JWABE SHIKWA BY IQBAL:

DIL SA JO BAAT NIKALTI HA ASARRAKHTI HA

                                PAR NAHI TAQTE PARWAZ MAGAR RAKHTI HA

QUDSI,E ASAL HI RAFA,AT PA NAZAR RAKHTI HA

                              KHAK SI URDTI HA GARDO PA GAZAR RAKHTI  HA

ISHAQ THA FITNA GARO SARKASHO CHALAK MARA

                              










Wednesday, September 4, 2024

ALLAMA IQBAL POETRY



INTRODUCTION:
Allama Muhammad Iqbal (1877-1938) was a conspicuous scholar, writer, and legislator in English India who is generally viewed as playing had a vital impact in moving the making of Pakistan. His work significantly affected Urdu writing and Islamic way of thinking, and his thoughts keep on impacting masterminds and pioneers all over the planet.

**Early Life and Education:**
Iqbal was brought into the world on November 9, 1877, in Sialkot, Punjab (presently in Pakistan). He came from a humble family with a rich social legacy. He accepted his initial schooling in Sialkot prior to moving to Lahore for additional examinations. He later sought after advanced education in Europe, procuring a degree in way of thinking from the College of Cambridge and a Ph.D. from the College of Munich.
**Theory and Poetr
y:**
Iqbal is most popular for his philosophical and idyllic works, which mix Islamic idea with present day Western thoughts. His verse, composed principally in Urdu and Persian, reflects subjects of self-disclosure, profound arousing, and the restoration of Islamic development. A portion of his prominent works incorporate "Bang-e-Dra" (The Call of the Walking Chime), "Asrar-e-Khudi" (Mysteries of Oneself), and "Remaking of Strict Idea in Islam."

**Political Vision:**
Strategically, Iqbal is associated with his support of the possibility of a different Muslim state in India, which ultimately prompted the making of Pakistan in 1947. His vision was tied in with making another country as well as about rejuvenating the Muslim world by advancing a feeling of solidarity and fearlessness. He enunciated this vision through his addresses and works, moving numerous with his idea of "Khudi" (selfhood), which underlines individual and aggregate strengthening.

**Legacy:**
Iqbal's inheritance is immense and persevering. In Pakistan, he is commended as the "Profound Dad" of the country, and his birthday is seen as Iqbal Day. His thoughts keep on being examined and worshipped in both artistic and philosophical circles. Iqbal's work stays persuasive in conversations about the job of Islam in the advanced world and the journey for scholarly and otherworldly recharging.

JON ELIA

 AZABE HIJAR BARHALU AGAR IJAZAT HO IK OR ZAKHAM MA KHALOO AGAR IJAZAT HO TUMHARE ARIZ...O...LAB KI JUDAI KA DIN HAI MA JAM MU SA LAGA LU AG...