“The City As A Symbol In The Poetry Of Ahmad Faraz”

Abstract

In the poetry of Ahmad Faraz, the city emerges as a powerful and multi-layered symbol. It does not merely represent [1]a physical space; rather, it embodies social constraints, political oppression, emotional alienation, and the collective suffering of individuals. Faraz often portrays the city as a place where human relationships are governed by hypocrisy, fear, and self-interest, reflecting the moral decay of society. The city in Faraz’s poetry also symbolizes the conflict between the individual and the system. It stands for authority, surveillance, and the loss of personal freedom, where the sensitive and sincere individual feels suffocated. Against this backdrop, the poet’s voice becomes one of resistance, highlighting themes of rebellion, protest, and the struggle for truth.