रात के वक़्त मय पिए साथ रक़ीब को लिए
आए वो याँ ख़ुदा करे पर न करे ख़ुदा कि यूँ
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
I pray to God that they come here at night, wine-drunk and with the rival accompanying them. But may God forbid that they arrive in such a heart-wrenching way.
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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