ज़ोफ़ से ऐ गिर्या कुछ बाक़ी मिरे तन में नहीं
रंग हो कर उड़ गया जो ख़ूँ कि दामन में नहीं
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
O tears, due to extreme weakness, nothing remains in my body. The blood that never stained my garment has evaporated, having turned into mere color (paleness) and flown away.
Explanation
This beautiful couplet explores deep emotions and philosophy. Ghalib masterfully presents themes of love and spirituality through rich imagery that resonates across centuries, inviting contemplation of life's deeper truths.
