Meaning of

elixir of immortality; drink of eternal life

अमरता का अमृत; अनंत जीवन का पेय

امر کا امرت; ابدی زندگی کا مشروب

Persian

In its original sense, may-e-baqa refers to a mythical drink granting eternal life. In poetry, it symbolizes the quest for immortality, both in a literal and metaphorical sense, often representing the eternal nature of love or the soul.

Poets use may-e-baqa to evoke the timelessness of emotions. It contrasts with the fleeting nature of worldly pleasures. Often, it is a metaphor for spiritual enlightenment or the enduring power of love.

May-e-baqa invites reflection on the eternal amidst the transient. It is a reminder of the soul's journey beyond the physical realm.