वाँ रंग-हा ब-पर्दा-ए-तदबीर हैं हुनूज़
याँ शोला-ए-चराग़ है बर्ग-ए-हिना मुझे
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
There, many hues are still hidden behind the veil of contrivance and planning. Here, for me, the flame of the lamp itself serves as my henna leaf.
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.
