वस्ल में दिल इंतिज़ार-ए-तुर्फ़ा रखता है मगर
फ़ित्ना ताराज-ए-तमन्ना के लिए दरकार है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Even during moments of union, the heart holds a strange anticipation, but mischief is necessary for the ruin of desires.
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.