Mitta Hai Faut-e-fursat-e-hasti Ka Gham Koi Umr-e-aziz Sarf-e-ibadat — Mirza Ghalib
मिटता है फ़ौत-ए-फ़ुर्सत-ए-हस्ती का ग़म कोई
उम्र-ए-अज़ीज़ सर्फ़-ए-इबादत ही क्यूँ न हो
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The sorrow for the lost opportunities of existence never truly fades, even if one dedicates their entire precious life to worship. The regret of unfulfilled life cannot be erased solely through religious observance.
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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