Girni Thi Ham Pe Barq-e-tajalli Na Tur ParDete Hain Bada — Mirza Ghalib
गिरनी थी हम पे बर्क़-ए-तजल्ली न तूर पर
देते हैं बादा ज़र्फ़-ए-क़दह-ख़्वार देख कर
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The lightning of divine manifestation should have fallen upon us, not on Mount Tur. Wine is given only after assessing the capacity of the cup-drinker.
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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