Lament is that in world, Muslims are descending
We say this in reply that you are condescending
With alien ways and cultures, you are not transcending
Are you Muslim still, what message you are sending
You are Syed, you are Mirza, Afghan in origin
Everything you are, but are you Muslim in religion
Translation of verse nine from the poem "Jawab e Shikwa" (Response to the Soulful Plea) by Sir. Muhammad Iqbal. Translated by Khwaja Tariq Mahmood. Muhammad Iqbal (1877 - 1938) was a prominent poet and philosopher from the Indian Subcontinent. He is known for his efforts in the promoting independence from British rule and awakening the Muslim mind.
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