This expresses longing, betrayal, and the quest for love and meaning. Each couplet shares a unique idea, connected by the refrain ‘O life.’
It embodies the essence of classical ghazals, conveying hope, heartbreak, and lasting memories.
Ghazal : ” O Life “
My restless eyes still wander, “O life”,
For your embrace and wonder, “O life”.
Through empty nights and silent years,
I bore my grief as under, “O life”.
Your thought once lit my heart’s dark skies,
Now shadows only thunder, “O life”.
I dreamed your love would be my stay,
My shelter and defender, “O life”
But every vow has turned to dust,
Betrayal’s bitter plunder, “O life”
What tales of loss remain untold,
Still haunt my soul with thunder, “O life”
(Vijay Verma)
www.retiredkalam.com
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Such a soulful piece! 🌹 The refrain “O life” beautifully ties together the emotions of love, loss, and hope. ✨
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Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌺
I’m glad the refrain “O life” resonated with you—it was meant to hold together the shifting emotions like a gentle thread.
Your appreciation truly encourages me to keep weaving such reflections. ✨
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The Essence of Ghazal: You have perfectly identified the themes yourself: longing, betrayal, and the quest for meaning. The poem doesn’t just describe sadness; it interrogates life itself with a mix of reverence and reproach. This intellectual and emotional wrestling with fate, love, and loss is the highest aim of the ghazal form.
It is a poignant and technically proficient piece. The final couplet, with its “tales of loss remain untold” and haunting “thunder,” leaves a lasting echo, perfectly capturing the essence of a heart that continues to feel deeply even in its state of betrayal. A truly wonderful creation.
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Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and generous appreciation. 🌹
Your words beautifully capture the essence I was hoping to convey.
To know that the themes of longing, betrayal, and the search for meaning resonated so deeply is truly heartening.
I’m especially grateful for your reflection on the final couplet—it means a lot that it left an echo with you.
Your encouragement inspires me to keep exploring and expressing through this timeless form. 🙏✨
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A most beautiful reflection on life and its meaning. I was truly absorbed by your words Sir. Truly enchanting.
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Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌸
I’m truly glad that my reflections resonated with you.
It means a lot to know that the thoughts could capture even a glimpse of life’s depth and beauty.
Your appreciation itself adds to the joy of sharing these ideas.
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Always a pleasure Sir. And always a learning experience one appreciates.
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Thank you kindly! 🙏 It’s always a joy to share and exchange thoughts with you. I truly value the mutual learning and inspiration this brings. 🌟
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You’re very welcome Sir! And it is a joy indeed!
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Thank you, Sir.
Now, it is time for swimming.😂
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What a beautiful and soulful ghazal. The emotions of longing and the recurring ‘O life’ refrain connect the stanzas so powerfully. Thank you for sharing this.
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I’m so glad the ghazal touched you in that way 🌹.
The refrain ‘O life’ was indeed meant to weave the emotions together. Your appreciation means a lot—thank you for connecting so deeply with it. 🙏✨
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I have a friend named Ghazal , that was beautiful.
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That’s wonderful! 🌹
With such a lovely name as Ghazal, your friend surely carries the beauty of poetry and music within her presence. Truly special! ✨
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She reallly does too!!!
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I’m so glad to hear that! 😊✨
It’s wonderful when someone’s talent or passion shines through so clearly. 🌸
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It sure is , thank you for sharing.
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My pleasure! 🌸
Always happy to share and reflect together—music and thoughts feel richer when celebrated with friends. 🎶✨
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Oh so true I love that and it’s a beautiful way to dance through life.
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“Thank you so much! 💃🌸
Embracing joy really does feel like a beautiful dance through life—light, free, and full of rhythm.”
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It sure does!!! Somedays my rhythm is off but that just makes for some practice on the dance floor! 💕🤣
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Haha, absolutely! 💃✨
Even the off-beat days teach us new steps—and that’s what makes the dance of life so much fun! 🌸
Keep swaying with joy! 💕😊
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You too!!!💕🌻
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Thank you so much.
Stay connected and stay happy.
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You too my friend!
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Good evening.
Have a sparkling evening, enjoy.😊
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You as well!!!🌻
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Good morning.
have a nice day.
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Such a beautiful piece sir! Thank you for sharing.
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I truly appreciate your kind words! 🌸
It means a lot to know the piece resonated with you.
Thank you for taking the time to read and share your thoughts. 🙏✨
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It’s always a pleasure. Blessings. 🙏
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The pleasure is truly mine 🌸🙏.
Thank you for your kind blessings—sending you peace, joy, and positivity always. ✨
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very nice
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Thank you so much.
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Wonderfully written, Vijay.
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Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌸
I truly appreciate your encouragement — it means a lot
and inspires me to keep sharing from the heart. 🙏✨
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Appreciate the effort put into this. It’s always good to see quality content.
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Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed it—your encouragement truly means a lot.
I appreciate you taking the time to read and share such kind words. 😊
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