लोगों को है ख़ुर्शीद-ए-जहाँ-ताब का धोका
हर रोज़ दिखाता हूँ मैं इक दाग़-ए-निहाँ और
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
People are deceived, believing they see the world-illuminating sun. However, every day I reveal yet another hidden wound.
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.