अभी आती है बू बालिश से उस की ज़ुल्फ़-ए-मुश्कीं की
हमारी दीद को ख़्वाब-ए-ज़ुलेख़ा आर-ए-बिस्तर है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Still, the fragrance of her musk-scented hair is coming from the pillow. For our longing gaze, Zulaikha's dream is the disgrace of the bed.
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.
