जो मुद्दई' बने उस के न मुद्दई' बनिए
जो ना-सज़ा कहे उस को न ना-सज़ा कहिए
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
If someone becomes your adversary, do not become their adversary; if someone speaks ill of you, do not speak ill in return.
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.