जुज़ नाम नहीं सूरत-ए-आलम मुझे मंज़ूर जुज़ वहम नहीं हस्ती-ए-अशिया मिरे आगे
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning

To me, the form of the world is nothing but a name. Before me, the existence of things is nothing but an illusion.

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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