दिल तो दिल वो दिमाग़ भी न रहा
शोर-ए-सौदा-ए-ख़त्त-ओ-ख़ाल कहाँ
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Not just the heart, but even the mind has lost its fervor. Where is that passionate clamor for the beloved's moles and facial features now?
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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