The Shikwa Jawab Shikwa is a 2017 Urdu poetry book collection by Anjum Lucknowi <nowiki></nowiki>Muhammad Iqbal Khan<nowiki></nowiki>, published by Mustaqim Inter College, Sultanpur district , India. The book consists of 43 pages and was awarded the Dr. Allama Iqbal Award (2017).
Shikwa Jawab Shikwa is the second Urdu poetry collection by Anjum Lucknowi, published in 2017. The book is divided into two parts: Shikwa (Complaint) and Jawab-e-Shikwa (Response to Complaint). In Shikwa, the poet expresses human complaints to God, and in Jawab-e-Shikwa, God's responses are presented.
This Shikwa Jawab-e-Shikwa is separate from Allama Iqbal's famous work. It is completely independent, though the structure of the poem follows the same arrangement. However, the verses and content are entirely different.
The book contains a total of 53 poems: 26 in Shikwa and 27 in Jawab-e-Shikwa. The poems explore spiritual dilemmas, human struggles, and divine guidance, reflecting both timeless philosophical questions and the challenges of the modern era.
In this section, the poet raises grievances before God, expressing the struggles, hardships, and apparent neglect faced by believers. The verses question why human suffering exists despite devotion, why Muslims endure decline despite their sacrifices, and why divine justice seems delayed. The tone combines reverence with protest, highlighting themes of spiritual longing, historical struggles of Muslims, and a search for divine mercy.
Here, the Divine voice responds, reminding humanity of its responsibilities and moral duties. The reply emphasizes that decline results from human weakness, division, and forgetfulness of true faith rather than divine injustice. The verses urge self-discipline, unity, and adherence to the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. The response reassures believers that divine mercy and support are always present for those who uphold justice, sincerity, and faith.
Together, the poems reflect a timeless dialogue on the relationship between humanity and God, blending themes of devotion, accountability, and spiritual renewal while resonating with both classical tradition and modern challenges.
Anjum Lucknowi's Shikwa Jawab e Shikwa is considered an important work in Urdu literature. It not only keeps the tradition of Allama Iqbal alive but also addresses current social, spiritual, and existential issues. The book earned the author the Dr. Allama Iqbal Award for his contribution to Urdu poetry.
Shikwa Jawab-e-Shikwa, published in 2017, was released during the Sultanpur Kavi Sammelan held on 2017 at Kshatriya Bhavan, organized by Mastakim Inter College, Gyanpur. Renowned poets from across India participated, presenting works on social, political, and communal harmony. During the event, Poet Anjum Lucknowi was awarded the "Dr. Allama Iqbal Award."