चलता हूँ थोड़ी दूर हर इक तेज़-रौ के साथ
पहचानता नहीं हूँ अभी राहबर को मैं
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
I walk a short distance with every swift traveler, because I do not yet recognize my true guide.
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.