Sitam-kash Maslahat Se Hoon Ki Khoobaan Tujh Pe Aashiq — Mirza Ghalib

सितम-कश मस्लहत से हूँ कि ख़ूबाँ तुझ पे 'आशिक़ हैं तकल्लुफ़-बर-तरफ़ मिल जाएगा तुझ सा रक़ीब आख़िर
— Mirza Ghalib

Meaning

I endure this suffering discreetly because many beautiful people are enamored with you. Frankly, eventually, a rival just like you will emerge.

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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