Wahshat-e Shor-e Tamasha Hai Ki Jun Nikhat-e GulNamak-e Zakhm-e Jigar — Mirza Ghalib
वहशत-ए-शोर-ए-तमाशा है कि जूँ निकहत-ए-गुल
नमक-ए-ज़ख़्म-ए-जिगर बाल-फ़िशानी माँगे
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Is it the wild clamor of the spectacle that causes the intense pain of the heart's wound to yearn to spread itself, much like the fragrance of a flower?
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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