Ahmad Faraz, the name that resonates with poetry enthusiasts, stands as a towering figure in the realm of Urdu literature. Born as Syed Ahmad Shah in Kohat, British India, on January 12, 1931, Faraz became one of the most celebrated and beloved poets of his time. His profound words, rich metaphors, and poignant expressions captured the hearts and minds of countless readers, cementing his legacy as a master poet.

Faraz's poetry is characterized by its depth, intensity, and the ability to touch the deepest recesses of the human soul. His verses delve into themes of love, loss, longing, revolution, and social justice, reflecting the trials and tribulations of the society he lived in. Faraz possessed an uncanny talent for weaving together words that evoked strong emotions, often stirring a sense of longing, melancholy, or hope within his readers.

One of the distinctive aspects of Faraz's poetry is his mastery of the ghazal form. He revitalized this traditional poetic form, infusing it with his unique style and contemporary sensibilities. His ghazals are replete with captivating imagery, thought-provoking symbolism, and a lyrical quality that sets them apart. Faraz had an innate ability to capture the nuances of human relationships, particularly the bittersweet nature of love, with remarkable finesse.

Throughout his poetic journey, Faraz remained a voice of dissent and resistance. His verses became a powerful medium to criticize social and political injustices, and he fearlessly confronted the prevailing power structures of his time. He spoke for the downtrodden, the marginalized, and the voiceless, embodying the spirit of a true poet-activist.

Faraz's poetry not only resonated within the confines of his native Pakistan but transcended borders, touching the hearts of Urdu poetry enthusiasts worldwide. His words became an integral part of the cultural fabric, inspiring generations and leaving an indelible mark on the literary landscape.

Ahmad Faraz breathed his last on August 25, 2008, leaving behind a rich body of work that continues to inspire and captivate readers to this day. His verses remind us of the power of words, the beauty of language, and the profound impact that poetry can have on society.

In the realm of Urdu poetry, Ahmad Faraz's name shines like a radiant star, forever illuminating the hearts of those who seek solace, inspiration, and an unfiltered expression of the human experience. His legacy remains an eternal testament to the enduring power of poetry to touch the very core of our existence.

aankh se duur na ho dil se utar jaayegaa vaqt kaa kyaa hai guzarataa hai guzar jaayegaa
itanaa maanuus na ho Khilvat-e-Gam se apanii tuu kabhii Khud ko bhii dekhegaa to dar jaayegaa
tum sar-e-raah-e-vafaa dekhate rah jaaoge aur wo baam-e-rafaaqat se utar jaayegaa
zindagii terii ataa hai to ye jaanevaalaa terii baKhshiish terii dahaliiz pe dhar jaayegaa
duubate duubate kashtii to ochhaalaa de don main nahiin koii to saahil pe utar jaayegaa
zabt laazim hai magar dukh hai qayaamat kaa ?Faraz? zaalim ab ke bhii na royegaa to mar jaayegaa

Woh dushman-e-jaan, jaan se pyara bhi kabhi tha, Ab kiss se kahen koi hamara bhi kabhi tha,
Utra hai rag-o-pey main to dil katt sa geya hai, Yeh zeher-e-judaayi ke gawaara bhi kabhi tha,
Har dost jahan abar-e-gurezaan ki tarah hai, Yeh sheher kabhi sheher hamara bhi kabhi tha,
Titlii ke taaqub mein koi phool sa bacha, Aesa hi koi khawb hamara bhi kabhi tha,
Ab agley zamaney ke milain log to poochain, Jo haal hamara hai, tumhara bhi kabhi tha,
Har bazm main hum ne usey afsurdaa hi dekha, Kehtey hain Faraz anjuman-e-araa bhi kabhi tha..

Payaam Aaye Hain Os Yaar-e-Bewafa Ke Mujhe Jisay Qaraar Na Aaya Kaheen Bhula Ke Mujhe
Judaayiaan Hon Tou Aisi Ke Umer Bhar Na Milain Faraib Do Tou Zara Silsilay Barha Ke Mujhe
Nashay Se Kam Tou Nahi Yaad-e-Yaar Ka Aalam Ke Le Urra Hai Koi Dosh Per Hawa Ke Mujhe
Mein Khud Ko Bhool Chuka Tha Magar Jahan Waalay Udaas Chorh Gaye Aaina Dikha Ke Mujhe
Tumhaaray Baam Se Ab Kam Nahi Rifat-e-Daar Jo Dekhna Ho Tou Dekho Nazar Utha Ke Mujhe
Khinchi Howi Hai Mere Aansooun Mein Ek Tasveer “Faraz” Dekh Raha Hai Wo Muskura Ke Mujhe

Umar bhar ka maan toota, aur kya, Morr aya, sath choota, aur kya,
Kon sach kehta hai, sach sunta hai kon, Main bhi jhoota, tu bhi jhoota, aur kya,
Jaan se jaana zaroori to nahin, Aashiqui mein sar to phoota, aur kya,
Rote huye laal pathar ho gaye, Rafta rafta rang choota, aur kya,
Reh gaya tha yaad ka rishta faqat, Akhrish yeh pul bhi toota, aur kya,
Us ki ankhain bhi kabhi sach bolti’n, Dil to tha jhooton sa jhoota, aur kya,
Ghair to they ghair apne aap ko, Sab se barh kar hum ne loota, aur kya,
aao dekho to zara baagh-e-wafaa, Ab koi gul hai na boota, aur kya,
Fitna samaani mein yaksaan hain Faraz, Apna dil ho ya kahuta, aur kya..

Teri Baatein Hi Sunaane Aaye Dost Bhi Dil Hi Dukhane Aaye
Phool khilte Hain To Ham Sochte Hain Tere Aane Ke Zamaane Aaye
Aisi Kuch Chup Si Lagi Hai Jaise Ham Tujhe Haal Sunaane Aaye
Ishq Tanha Hai Sar-e-Manzil-e-Gham Kaun Ye Bojh Uthane Aaye ?
Ajnabi Dost Hamein Dekh K Ham Kuch Tujhe Yaad Dilaane Aaye
Dil Dhadakta Hai Safar K Hangam Kaash Phir Koi Bulaane Aaye
Ab To Rone Se Bhi Dil Dukhta Hai Shaayad Ab Hosh Thikaane Aaye
Kyaa Kahein Phir Koi Basti Ujdii Log Kyun Jashn Manaane Aaye ?
So Raho Maut Ke Pehluu Mein ‘Faraz’ Neend Kis Vaqt Na Jaane Aaye
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Apni mehroomi ke ehsaas se sharminda hain, Khud nahin rakhte to auron ke bujhate hain chiragh..

Ab Tak Dil-e-Khush Fehem Ko Tujh Se Hain Umeedain, Yeh Aaakhri Shamaa Bhi Bhujaane Ke Liye Aa..
(shamaa;light)

Ab ke hum bichre to shayad kabhi khwaabon mein milain
Jis tarah sukhe huye phool kitabon mein milain

Dhoond ujre huye logon mein wafa ke moti
Ye khazane tujhe mumkin hai kharabon mein milain

Gham-e-duniya bhi gham-e-yaar mein shaamil kar lo
Nasha bardhta hai sharabein jo sharabon mein milain

Tu khuda hai na mera ishq farishton jaisa
Dono insaan hain tou kyun hijabon mein milain

Aaj hum daar pe khainchay gaye jin baaton par
Kya ajab kal wo zamaanay ko nisaabon mein milain

Ab na wo main , na woh tu hai, na wo maazi hai “Faraz”
Jaise do shakhs tamannaa ke saraabon mein milain..

اب کے ہم بچھڑے تو شاید کبھی خوابوں میں ملیں

جس طرح سُکھے ہوئے پھول کتابوں میں ملیں

 

ڈھونڈ اُجڑے ہوئے لوگوں میں وفا کے موتی

یہ خزانے تجھے ممکن ہے خرابوں میں ملیں

 

غمِ دنیا بھی غمِ یار میں شامل کر لو

نشہ بڑھتا ہے شرابیں جو شرابوں میں ملیں

 

تو خدا ہے نہ میرا عشق فرشتوں جیسا

دونوں انسان ہیں تو کیوں اتنے حجابوں میں ملیں

 

آج ہم دار پہ کھینچے گئے جن باتوں پر

کیا عجب کل وہ زمانے کو نصابوں میں ملیں

 

اب نہ وو میں، نہ وو تو ہے، نہ وو ماضی ہے

"فراز" جیسے دو شخص تمنا کے سرابوں میں ملیں

Har Shaakh Chaman Ki Jal Rahi Hai Kiya Baad-e-Muraad Chal Rahi Hai,
Hum Hain Ke Faraib Kha Rahe Hain Duniya Hai Ke Chaal Chal Rahi Hai,
Yoon Dil Mein Hai Teri Yaad Jaise Weerane Mein Aag Jal Rahi Hai,
Rukh Pher Liya Hai Jab Se Tune Duniya Ki Nazar Badal Rahi Hai,
Dar Pesh Hai Aaj Bhi Wohi Surat-e-Haal Jo Soorat-e-Haal Kal Rahi Hai,
Itni Bhi “Faraz” Bad Dili Kiya ? Sambhlo ! Ke Fizaa Badal Rahi Hai

Raatain Hain Udaas, Din Karry hain Ay Dil Tere Honslay Baray Hain
Ay Yaad-e-Habib Sath Daina Kuch Marhalay Sakht Aa Paray hain
Rukna Ho Agar Tou So Bahaanay Jaana Ho Tou Rastay Baray Hain
Ab Kaisay Btayen Waja-e-Girya Jab Aap Bhi Saath Ro Pary Hain
Ab Jaanay Kahan Naseeb Lay Jaye Ghar Se Tou “FARAZ” Nikal Paray Hain