तुम्हीं कहो कि गुज़ारा सनम-परस्तों का
बुतों की हो अगर ऐसी ही ख़ू तो क्यूँकर हो
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
You tell me, how will idol-worshippers cope if the idols' nature is like this?
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.