The Essence Of My Poetry: A Reflection Of The Soul

Poetry, for me, is not just an arrangement of words—it is an echo of the soul, a mirror that reflects emotions too deep for ordinary language. Every verse carries the weight of feelings left unspoken, moments that linger in memory, and dreams that dance between hope and longing.

In Shab-e-Khamoshi, I have poured my heart into each poem, weaving together emotions that are as timeless as they are personal. The book follows a rhythmic Urdu-style shayari format, where every couplet tells a story, every rhyme carries a meaning, and every pause holds an unspoken truth. It is poetry that does not demand understanding; it invites you to feel.

Hijr (Separation): The Ache of Distance

There is a certain melancholy in distance—the way it stretches moments into eternities and turns silence into a companion. Hijr is not just about physical separation; it is about the emotional chasm between two souls who once shared a world. It is the pain of a love that still breathes but remains untouched, a longing that lingers despite the passing of time. In my poetry, Hijr becomes a language of its own, spoken through sighs, unsent letters, and silent prayers.

Ibaadat (Devotion): Love Beyond Bounds

True love, in its purest form, is not just an emotion—it is devotion. Ibaadat is the surrender of the self in the presence of love that transcends worldly limits. It is the kind of love that asks for nothing yet gives everything, that finds solace in sacrifice, and that remains steadfast even when met with silence. Through my poetry, I explore the beauty of such devotion, where love becomes not just a feeling but a sacred act of worship.

Intezaar (Waiting): The Hope That Lingers

There is a quiet beauty in waiting, in the hope that lingers despite uncertainty. Intezaar is not just about waiting for a person; it is about waiting for a moment, a feeling, a destiny yet to unfold. It is about faith in the unseen, about holding on even when time tests patience. In Shab-e-Khamoshi, I have tried to capture the bittersweet nature of waiting—the ache of unfulfilled promises, the comfort of imagined reunions, and the silent strength of a heart that refuses to give up.

Khwaish (Desire): Yearning for the Unattainable

Some desires are destined to remain unfulfilled, yet they burn the brightest. Khwaish is the silent wish made beneath a falling star, the longing for something just out of reach, the dream that refuses to fade. It is this bittersweet yearning that breathes life into poetry—the restless search for something more, something eternal. Through my words, I attempt to bring to life the delicate dance between desire and destiny, where the heart wants what it cannot have, yet finds meaning in the wanting itself.

Umeed (Hope): A Light in the Darkness

Even in the depths of despair, there is always Umeed—a quiet whisper of resilience, a flicker of light that refuses to die out. Hope is what keeps love alive, what turns endings into beginnings, what makes separation bearable. It is the faith that even the longest nights will give way to dawn. In my poetry, Umeed is the thread that holds every shattered piece together, reminding us that no matter how heavy the sorrow, the heart still beats, still believes, still dreams.

A Poetry That Speaks to Every Heart

Shab-e-Khamoshi is not just a book of poetry—it is an experience. It is a collection of emotions that belong to all of us in one way or another. Whether you have loved, lost, waited, or longed for something beyond reach, these words are for you. Poetry is, after all, a bridge between souls. And if my verses find a home in your heart, then my words have served their purpose.

With poetry in my soul,

-Atharv Agrawal