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अभ्रपुष्पमपि दित्सति शीतं सार्थिना विमुखता यदभाजि।
स्तोककस्य खलु चञ्चुपुटेन म्लानिरुल्लसति तद्घनसंघे॥

Even the impossible—cloud-flowers—can offer coolness. But the selfish turn away even when help is easy.

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Clouds, youth, kingdoms, and even dignity in begging—all have a definite end. Nothing is permanent.

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Your glances have not even touched the grace of your brows. Yet your eyes charm like deer—graced with all qualities.

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Though immersed in nectar-like praise from a beloved, it becomes bitter if offered to the undeserving—true sweetness lies in who delivers it.

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Her tender smile, tinged with the scent of blooming jasmine, intoxicated my mind—grace of spring personified.

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When the mind is disturbed, all actions fail—like artwork on a burnt cloth disappears in fire.

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No letter lacks mantra, no root lacks healing power, no man is unworthy—only a proper guide is rare.

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(Variant) No land is truly barren, only the learned are rare who can utilize its potential.

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As strong rains strike mountains, clouds shine like archers with rainbow bows—a scene of valor in nature.

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Her anklets chime as she moves gracefully, playing with a ball. The ornaments speak joy, charm, and the beauty of her sport.

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