सब्ज़ा-ए-ख़त से तिरा काकुल-ए-सरकश न दबा
ये ज़मुर्रद भी हरीफ़-ए-दम-ए-अफ़ई न हुआ
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Your untamed locks could not be quelled by the delicate facial down. This emerald (referring to the facial down) also could not rival the serpent's venomous breath.
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.
