ग़फ़लत ब-बाल-ए-जौहर-ए-शमशीर पर-फ़िशाँ
याँ पुश्त-ए-चश्म-ए-शोख़ी-ए-क़ातिल है आइना
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Neglect settles upon the keen luster of the sword. Here, the killer's playful glance acts as a mirror.
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.
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