शर्म तूफ़ान-ए-ख़िज़ाँ रंग-ए-तरब-गाह-ए-बहार
माहताबी ब-कफ़-ए-चश्म-ए-तमाशाई है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Modesty acts like an autumn storm to the vibrant colors of a joyful spring garden. It is, however, a moonlight spectacle held intimately within the spectator's eye.
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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