लज़्ज़त-ए-ईजाद-ए-नाज़ अफ़सून-ए-अर्ज़-ज़ौक़-ए-क़त्ल
ना'ल आतिश में है तेग़-ए-यार से नख़चीर का
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The joy of inventing new forms of coyness is a charm that expresses a taste for the thrill of 'slaughter'. The prey's hoof is ablaze due to the beloved's sword, showing her fierce will.
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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