ये जानता हूँ कि तू और पासुख़-ए-मकतूब
मगर सितम-ज़दा हूँ ज़ौक़-ए-ख़ामा-फ़रसा का
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
I know that you and a reply to a letter are far apart (or that you are not one to reply). Nevertheless, I am afflicted by the passion for writing and wearing out the pen.
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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