3 Urdu ash'ar / shayari (shers, couplets) by
Shahid
1911-1962,
Agra (Uttar Pradesh)
Shahid Biography
Shahid Siddiqui was an Urdu poet whose verses carried a blend of sensitivity and directness. His poetry reflected personal emotions as well as social concerns, written in a style that readers found relatable and engaging. With his choice of simple yet powerful words, he could evoke feelings of longing, resilience, and reflection.
He was part of the literary culture that valued both the beauty of language and the message carried within. Through mushairas and literary circles, his work reached audiences who appreciated his ability to balance tradition with a modern outlook.
Though his life details remain less documented than some of his contemporaries, Shahid Siddiqui’s poetry holds a place in Urdu literature for its sincerity and accessible charm.
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mil gaya hai qaatil ko
mansab-e-maseehaayi
behold the condition
of human existence
the killer has been given
the status of a savior
life
human
day of judgment
meet
murderer, assassin
rank, status
savior-hood, prophet-hood
Theme: Oppression, Rebellion, & Freedom (57)
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2 / 3: Shahid
sirf hum nahin chalte
raaste bhi chalte hain
by pausing for a moment
the goal slipped farther away
it is not only we that move,
the paths are moving too
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3 / 3: Shahid
naye charaag jalaao ki
raushni kam hai
these dying lamps
will not stay with us for long
light new ones
as brightness is fading
Theme: Grit, Resilience, & Courage (52)
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