
Mirza Ghalib
Mirza Ghalib was a preeminent Urdu and Persian poet of the 19th century, renowned for his profound ghazals and his sophisticated literary style. He is widely considered one of the greatest poets in the Hindustani language, whose work bridged classical traditions with emerging modern sensibilities. Ghalib's poetry is celebrated for its intellectual depth, philosophical insights, wit, and its exploration of complex human emotions, including love, loss, and the existential condition. His mastery of language and his unique perspective continue to resonate with readers and scholars alike, making him a towering figure in South Asian literature.
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He was, when it was aught
He was, when it was aught
He was, when it was aught
He would still be, even if it might have been naught
Drowned I am in my ego
What would have happened if 'I' was not
Laden with distraught and feeling apathetic
do I have to worry about the head being severed
If it did not severe from the body
The head would have simply reposed on the lap
It has been ages that 'Ghalib' died
Yet the memories linger on
His saying this on every occasion
If it was 'like this' then what it would be!
He was, when it was aught
He would still be, even if it might have been naught
Drowned I am in my ego
What would have happened if 'I' was not
Laden with distraught and feeling apathetic
do I have to worry about the head being severed
If it did not severe from the body
The head would have simply reposed on the lap
It has been ages that 'Ghalib' died
Yet the memories linger on
His saying this on every occasion
If it was 'like this' then what it would be!
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