'असद' ज़िंदानी-ए-तासीर-ए-उल्फ़त-हा-ए-ख़ूबाँ हूँ ख़म-ए-दस्त-ए-नवाज़िश हो गया है तौक़ गर्दन में
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning

Asad, I am a captive to the influence of the love of beautiful people. The curve of a gracious hand has become a collar around my neck.

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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