निशान-ए-बे-क़रार-ए-शौक़ जुज़ मिज़्गाँ नहीं बाक़ी
कई काँटे हैं और पैराहन-ए-शक्ल-ए-निहाली है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Of restless passion, only the eyelashes remain as a sign. There are many thorns, and the garment resembles the form of a sapling or small plant.
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.
