गरमी-ए-दौलत हुइ आतिश-ज़न-ए-नाम-ए-निको
ख़ाना-ए-ख़ातिम में याक़ूत-ए-नगीं अख़्तर हुआ
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The ardour of wealth became the incendiary of a good reputation. In the ring's setting, the ruby gem transformed into a star.
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.