चश्म-ए-ख़ूबाँ ख़ामुशी में भी नवा-पर्दाज़ है
सुर्मा तो कहवे कि दूद-ए-शो'ला-ए-आवाज़ है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The eyes of the beautiful, even in silence, are adept at producing melody. The kohl (surma) applied to them would itself declare that it is the smoke from a flame of sound.
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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