Meaning of

wandering in sorrow; lost in grief

दुःख में भटकना; शोक में खो जाना

غم میں بھٹکنا; غم میں کھو جانا

Persian

This expression captures the aimless drift of a soul burdened by sorrow. It suggests a state of being overwhelmed by emotional pain, where direction is lost amidst the turmoil.

Poets often use it to depict a character's emotional turmoil. It evokes imagery of a soul adrift in a sea of sorrow. Can be contrasted with moments of clarity or peace.

In poetry, 'sar-gashta-e-alam' becomes a poignant metaphor for the soul's journey through grief.