ज़मज़म ही पे छोड़ो मुझे क्या तौफ़-ए-हरम से
आलूदा-ब-मय जामा-ए-एहराम बहुत है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Leave me to Zamzam only; what is the use of circumambulating the Kaaba? My pilgrim's robe is very much stained with wine.
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.
