khanjana | खंजन

The Khanjan (Devanagari: खंजन ISO15919: khañjana)), or wagtail, is a bird known in Indian poetry for its unique and loving gaze. Because of this, its eyes are often used as a metaphor for beautiful eyes.

Similarly, the deer is often used as a metaphor for big, expressive eyes due to its large and gentle eyes.

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REFERENCE

Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 1, Ch. 7