करे है सर्फ़ ब-ईमा-ए-शो'ला क़िस्सा तमाम
ब-तर्ज़-ए-अहल-ए-फ़ना है फ़साना-ख़्वानी-ए-शमअ'
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The candle's entire story is consumed by the mere hint of its flame. Its tale-telling style resembles that of those who are devoted to annihilation.
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.
