Urdu poetry, a tapestry woven with threads of emotion, philosophy, and social commentary, has long served as a powerful advocate for the transformative power of education. In subcontinental poetry context, the value of studies has been significantly discussed. Various Indian and Pakistani Urdu and Hindi poets like Mirza Ghalib, Habib Jalib, Wasi Shah, Ahmad Faraz and Rafi Raza wrote a lot on this topic. From the echoing halls of ancient empires to the bustling streets of modern times, poets have used their verses to illuminate the importance of taleem, or education, in shaping individual lives and building a brighter future. In the upcoming lines of poetry and urdu quotes, we will see the practical use of educational theme in poetic verses.
Taleem ki Ahmiyat Pe Best Status Shayari
har mohabbat ko samajhtaa hai vo novel kaa varaq
us parii-zaad kii ta.aliim kitaabii hogii
ABDUL HAMID ADAM
adab ta.aliim kaa jauhar hai zevar hai javaanii kaa
vahii shaagird hai.n jo KHidmat-e-ustaad karte hai.n
CHAKBAST BRIJ NARAYAN
zamaane me.n zaruurii hai bahut ta.aliim kaa honaa
jahaalat aadmii se aadamiyat chhiin letii hai
AALAM NIZAMI
kis kii ta.aliim kaa aaKHirii saal thaa
chuu.Diyaa.n bik ga.ii.n baaliyaa.n rah ga.ii.n
KHALID AHMAD
aql se haasil hu.ii kyaa kyaa pashiimaanii mujhe
ishq jab dene lagaa taaliim-e-naadaanii mujhe
HASRAT MOHANI
mehnat shu.uur tajraba ta.aliim-o-tarbiyat
sab kuchh hai be-asar ki zamaana KHaraab hai
SHABAB LALIT
New 2 Lines Poetry on Importance of Education
taaliim-o-hunar hii vo KHazaana hai jo ab tak
daulat ke luTero.n se luTaa hai na luTegaa
AYAZ AHMAD TALIB
yahaa.n dimaaG nahii.n dil kii hotii hai ta.aliim
huzuur-e-ishq ke maktab kaa kuchh nisaab nahii.n
SIYA SACHDEV
mai.n ab bhii Darte Darte apne haq kii baat kartaa huu.n
mirii ta.aliim me.n Dar kaa ba.Daa hissa rahaa hogaa
SUBODH LAL SAQI
aashiqo.n kii ruuh ko ta.aliim-e-vahdat ke liye
jis jagah allaah rahtaa hai vahaa.n rahnaa pa.Daa
MUZTAR KHAIRABADI
Ilm ki Qadr o Qeemat in Urdu Ghazal for Students
Across centuries, poets have ignited a passion for learning in the hearts of young minds. Verses like “Ilm ka darya hai be-paikaan, piyo piyo khatm na hoga” (The ocean of knowledge is boundless, drink deep and it will never end) from “Humariyan” by Nazneen Firdous inspire students to embrace the vastness of knowledge and embark on a lifelong journey of learning.
Urdu Poets like Hafeez Jalandhari, Molana Haali, Allama Iqbal as well as Hindi poets like Rabindranath Tagore taught us to respect our teachers through their poetry. They emphasized the value of education and its successive outcomes in our lives using metaphors of poetry. Similarly, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, in his iconic poem “Shaam ki tanhai mein,” emphasizes the importance of “ilm” for personal growth: “Zindagi hai aik lamha, phir bhi kitna hai ye lamha, ilm ne seekha dia hai mujh ko” (Life is a fleeting moment, yet how valuable it is – knowledge has taught me this).
Urdu poetry extends its vision beyond the confines of academic knowledge, recognizing the holistic value of education. In the metaphors of Urdu poetry, education is often represented as candle. Likewise, Allama Iqbal used the word of “Ilm ki Shamma” which is “the candle of knowledge”. Also, Allama Iqbal, in his timeless work “Khudi ko kar buland itna,” urges readers to “rise high in self-awareness” through “ilm.” Similarly, Fahmida Riaz, in her poem “Aurat,” emphasizes the crucial role of education in empowering women and fostering societal progress: “Ilm ki roshni se unke zehno ko jalana hai, har kami ko door kar kehna hai” (To illuminate their minds with the light of knowledge, to overcome every shortcoming, we must say).
Respect of Teachers through Literature
Urdu poetry doesn’t forget the guiding hands that shape young minds. Mirza Ghalib, the undisputed master of the ghazal form, acknowledges the dedication of teachers in his verse: “Ustaad ne mujh ko sikhaya hai yeh kaam, zindagi se har gham ko kamana hai” (My teacher has taught me this lesson, to lessen every sorrow from life). Similarly, Jaun Elia, in his characteristically blunt style, highlights the importance of respecting teachers in “Ustaad hain woh log”: “Ustaad hain woh log jin ki baat mein roshni ho” (Those who bring light to their words are true teachers).
Final Words…
Ultimately, Urdu poetry celebrates “taleem” not just as a personal pursuit but as a cornerstone of societal progress. As the world grapples with complex challenges, poets like Fahmida Riaz remind us in “Hum log”: “Ilm hi hai woh taqat jo badal sakti hai dunya ko” (Knowledge is the only power that can change the world). By highlighting the transformative potential of education, Urdu poetry continues to inspire individuals and societies to strive for a brighter future, one fueled by knowledge, understanding, and collective action.
