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Sharaab in Urdu Poetry — A World Beyond Wine

Sharaab in Urdu Poetry — A World Beyond Wine

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In this episode, Babar Imam and Afeef Seraj open the doors of the mai-khana (tavern) of Urdu literature, where “sharaab” is never just a drink — it is emotion, rebellion, beauty, and metaphor.

Journey through the verses of Meer, Ghalib, Faiz, Shad and many others as we explore how poets transformed a simple cup of wine into a universe of meaning.


In this episode, we discuss:

  • Why classical and modern poets used “sharaab” so frequently
  • The symbolic world of jaam, saaqi, mai-khana
  • How “nasha” represents love, art, defiance, spirituality, and creative frenzy
  • Witty, humorous, and thought-provoking couplets from across the poetic tradition

This isn’t a conversation about alcohol — it’s about the intoxicating power of ideas, language, and imagination.

If you enjoy Urdu poetry, symbolism, or literary storytelling, this episode is your perfect jaam.

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