Raqs-e-Harf

The title, “Dance of the Letter,” encapsulates a profound inspiration drawn primarily from the works of renowned poets such as Allama Iqbal’s “Shikwa, Jawab-e-Shikwa” and Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s “Mori Araj Suno.” This publication serves as a visual narrative, depicting a dialogue between humanity and its creator. Within these pages, the human voice beseeches the Divine, articulating the depths of its soul’s torment and anguish. It recalls the promises made by the Creator to elevate humanity to the pinnacle of worldly glory, juxtaposed against the stark realities of their suffering, suggesting a disillusionment with the perceived absence of divine intervention.

Conversely, the manuscript responds with a symphony of praise and adoration from humanity towards their Creator. It gently reminds the petitioner of the omnipotence and omniscience of the Divine, portraying Him as the epitome of wisdom and foresight. Even the plaintive words uttered in supplication are depicted as a rhythmic dance, a poetic homage to the magnificence of Allah. In this exchange, “Harf,” signifying “letter” in English, takes on new dimensions, as “raqs,” or “dance,” becomes a metaphor for the divine praise inherent in every human utterance.

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