Yes, it was generally believed that Laila was not beautiful in the conventional sense.
A Question of Perception
While to the wider community, Laila was not considered beautiful, her appearance was profoundly different through the eyes of Majnu. The people of the village were quite clear in their assessment, even attempting to persuade Majnu regarding his choice.
The prevailing view held by the villagers was consistent:
- Villagers found her lacking in beauty by common standards.
- They viewed Majnu's deep infatuation as naive.
- They suggested there were many other girls in the village who were considered more beautiful.
- They saw his obsession with Laila as unnecessary and misdirected.
However, for Majnu, she was the epitome of beauty. His perception was unique, transcending the common understanding of physical attractiveness held by others. This highlights how beauty can be intensely subjective, often existing primarily in the eye of the beholder, particularly when it comes to profound personal connection and love.
