ख़ार ख़ार-ए-अलम-ए-हसरत-ए-दीदार तो है
शौक़ गुल-चीन-ए-गुलिस्तान-ए-तसल्ली न सही
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The sharp pain of yearning for a glimpse of the beloved certainly persists, even if my desire cannot find comfort or pluck flowers from the garden of solace.
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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