रहा आबाद 'आलम अहल-ए-हिम्मत के न होने से
भरे हैं जिस क़दर जाम-ओ-सुबू मय-ख़ाना ख़ाली है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
The world thrives because people of true courage are absent. Despite all the cups and goblets being full, the tavern itself is empty, lacking true spirit.
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.
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