हूँ मुन्हरिफ़ न क्यूँ रह-ओ-रस्म-ए-सवाब से
टेढ़ा लगा है क़त क़लम-ए-सरनविश्त को
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Why should I not deviate from the path of righteousness and proper customs? This is because the pen of destiny itself has cut my fate awry.
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.
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