तकल्लुफ़-बर-तरफ़ है जाँ-सिताँ-तर लुत्फ़-ए-बद-ख़ूयाँ
निगाह-ए-बे-हिजाब-ए-नाज़ तेग़-ए-तेज़-ए-उर्यां है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Speaking frankly, the kindness of the ill-natured is more deadly. The proud, unveiled gaze is like a sharp, naked sword.
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.