Loneliness is not just an emotion — it is a storm that devours you from within. This English version of Dahshat-e-Tanhai captures the raw pain of clinging to silence when no one is there.
In the terror of loneliness
O loneliness, we clung to you and cried a lot
Drowning and surfacing in the whirlpool of thoughts
We clung to you and cried a lot
Where did we set out from, and where have we arrived
O loneliness, we clung to you and cried a lot
Lost on the paths in search of a destination
O loneliness, we clung to you and cried a lot
I wanted that when I would meet you
I would find myself
But the dreams remained incomplete
O loneliness, we clung to you and cried a lot
Gathering some good memories in thought
And coming to your door
O loneliness, we clung to you and cried a lot
Some words don’t need explanation — they just need to be felt. If this poem touched your heart, you are not alone in your loneliness.
FAQ’s:
Q1. What is the terror of loneliness?
The terror of loneliness is a deep emotional pain where silence feels heavier than words and being alone becomes unbearable.
Q2. Why do people cry in loneliness?
People cry in loneliness because the heart searches for connection and when it finds none, tears become the only release.
Q3. Can loneliness really feel like a terror?
Yes, loneliness can feel like terror when it becomes a constant companion that follows you even in a crowd.
Q4. What does it mean to cling to loneliness?
Clinging to loneliness means accepting silence as your only comfort when no one else is there to hold you.
Q5. Does poetry help when you feel deeply lonely?
Yes, poetry gives words to the pain you cannot speak and makes you feel less alone in your loneliness