Bik Jaate Hain Hum Aap Mata-e-sukhan Ke SaathLekin — Mirza Ghalib
बिक जाते हैं हम आप मता-ए-सुख़न के साथ
लेकिन अयार-ए-तबअ-ए-ख़रीदार देख कर
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
We sell ourselves along with our merchandise of verse, but only after observing the temperament and disposition of the buyer.
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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