करता हूँ जम्अ' फिर जिगर-ए-लख़्त-लख़्त को
अर्सा हुआ है दावत-ए-मिज़्गाँ किए हुए
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
I am gathering my fragmented heart once again. It has been a long time since I invited the eyelashes (meaning, the sharp gaze of the beloved) to inflict pain.
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.
Interpretation note: meanings and explanations may be AI-assisted and should not replace a primary text or scholarly edition. See the editorial policy.
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