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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In Her Every Indication

In Her Every Indication

Although in her every indication, the aim is something else
If she shows her affection(with me) , then different suspicion arises


Oh Lord, 'they' have not understood, nor will [they] understand, my speech
Give 'them' another heart, if you don't give me a different tongue


Does that glance of coquetry have a connection with the eyebrow?
It is certainly an arrow- perhaps it has a different bow


If you're in the city, then what grief do I have? when we get up
I will go and bring back from the bazaar a different heart and life


Although [I /we] became quick-handed / deft in idol-breaking
If I am alive, then in my path there will be many heavy-stones


The blood of the liver is in turmoil—or I would have wept to my heart's content
If I had had a number of different pure-blood-scattering eyes


I will die [of love] for that voice, although my head may fly off!
But let her keep saying to the executioner,'Yes, more/another! '


People are deceived about the world-{heating/burning} sun
Every day I show one different hidden scar/wound


There are many good poets in this world.
But it is said that Ghalib is in a league of his own.
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