नसीम-ए-मिस्र को क्या पीर-ए-कनआँ' की हवा-ख़्वाही
उसे यूसुफ़ की बू-ए-पैरहन की आज़माइश है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The breeze of Egypt is not concerned with the plight of the elder of Canaan (Jacob); its real quest is to test the scent of Yusuf's shirt.
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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