रहे उस शोख़ से आज़ुर्दा हम चंदे तकल्लुफ़ से
तकल्लुफ़ बरतरफ़ था एक अंदाज़-ए-जुनूँ वो भी
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
For a while, we pretended to be displeased with that mischievous one, just for formality's sake. But frankly, even that pretense was a distinct manner of our own madness.
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.
Interpretation note: meanings and explanations may be AI-assisted and should not replace a primary text or scholarly edition. See the editorial policy.
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