Zikr Mera Ba-badi Bhi Usay Manzoor Nahin; Ghair Ki Baat Bigad Jaaye — Mirza Ghalib

ज़िक्र मेरा ब-बदी भी उसे मंज़ूर नहीं ग़ैर की बात बिगड़ जाए तो कुछ दूर नहीं
— Mirza Ghalib

Meaning

They do not approve of any mention of me, even if it is in ill-repute. However, if my rival's words or affairs go awry, they do not mind it at all.

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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