ज़ौक़-ए-सरशार से बे-पर्दा है तूफ़ाँ मेरा
मौज-ए-ख़म्याज़ा है हर ज़ख़्म नुमायाँ मेरा
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
My storm is revealed by overwhelming passion. Every visible wound of mine is like a wave of a yawn, signifying weariness or a lingering consequence.
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.