Hum Se Ranj-e-betaabi Kis Tarah Uthaaya JaaeDaagh Pusht-e-dast-e-ijz — Mirza Ghalib
हम से रंज-ए-बेताबी किस तरह उठाया जाए
दाग़ पुश्त-ए-दस्त-ए-इज्ज़ शो'ला ख़स-ब-दंदाँ है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
How can we endure this intense restlessness? The mark of our helplessness is clearly visible, and even the powerful flame itself is so restrained or weakened that it holds straw in its teeth, unable to burn.
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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