Conversely, the plea is to be bound— bağla —to love. While being "bound" usually implies a loss of freedom, in the context of passionate devotion, this restriction is seen as the ultimate freedom. Being bound to love implies a commitment, a firm anchor, and a secure relationship. Məhəbbət (love) here acts as a nurturing, protective force that rescues the individual from the isolation of həsrət .

The Plea for Union: "Həsrətə Qul Etmə Məni, Bağla Məhəbbətinə"

This line resonates deeply with Azerbaijani poetic traditions, which often emphasize intense, almost mystical devotion, similar to themes found in Fuzuli or modern romantic lyricism. It highlights the belief that love is not just a passing emotion, but a profound connection that determines one’s existence. The contrast between the despair of loneliness and the hope of secure love is a universal theme, but expressed here with profound, evocative Azerbaijani phrasing.

The phrase is a deeply emotional, poetic expression in Azerbaijani that translates to: "Do Not Make Me a Slave to Longing, Bind Me to Your Love."