पिन्हाँ था दाम सख़्त क़रीब आशियान के
उड़ने न पाए थे कि गिरफ़्तार हम हुए
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
A tight trap was hidden very close to the nest. We hadn't even been able to fly when we were captured.
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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