Mirza Ghalib: The Master of Urdu Poetry
Mirza Ghalib, born as Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan, is considered one of the greatest Urdu poets in history. His profound and thought-provoking Shayari (poetry) continues to captivate hearts even after centuries. Ghalib’s poetry reflects his deep understanding of life, love, and the complexities of human emotions. Let’s explore some of his famous Shayari along with their meanings in Hindi and English.
1. “Dil se teri nigah jigar tak utar gayi”
Meaning (Hindi): दिल से तेरी निगाह जिगर तक उतर गई
Meaning (English): Your gaze penetrated from my heart to my liver
2. “Hazaaron khwahishen aisi ki har khwahish pe dam nikle”
Meaning (Hindi): हजारों ख्वाहिशें ऐसी कि हर ख्वाहिश पे दम निकले
Meaning (English): Thousands of desires, each demanding its fulfillment
3. “Umr bhar yehi bhool karte rahe, dhool chehre pe thi, aur aina saaf”
Meaning (Hindi): उम्र भर यही भूल करते रहे, धूल चेहरे पे थी, और आईना साफ़
Meaning (English): I made this mistake my whole life, the dust was on my face, and the mirror was clean
4. “Ishq par zor nahi hai yeh woh aatish ‘Ghalib’ ki lagaye na lage”
Meaning (Hindi): इश्क़ पर ज़ोर नहीं है ये वो आतिश ‘ग़ालिब’ कि लगाए ना लगे
Meaning (English): Love cannot be forced, it is like a fire that cannot be ignited intentionally
5. “Har ek baat pe kehte ho tum ki tu kya hai, tumhi kaho ye andaz-e-guftagu kya hai”
Meaning (Hindi): हर एक बात पे कहते हो तुम कि तू क्या है, तुम्हीं कहो ये अंदाज़-ए-गुफ़्तगू क्या है
Meaning (English): On every occasion, you ask me who I am, you tell me, what is this way of conversation?
6. “Gham-e-hasti ka ‘Asad’ kis se ho juz marg ilaaj, shamma har rang mein jalti hai sahar hone tak”
Meaning (Hindi): ग़म-ए-हस्ती का ‘असद’ किस से हो जुज़ मर्ग़ इलाज़, शम्मा हर रंग में जलती है सहर होने तक
Meaning (English): The sorrow of existence, ‘Asad’, has no cure except death, the flame burns in every color until dawn
Mirza Ghalib’s Shayari has touched the hearts of millions, and his words continue to resonate with people across generations. His unique style, deep emotions, and profound observations make his poetry timeless. Whether you understand Hindi or not, the beauty of Ghalib’s words transcends language barriers.
So take a moment to immerse yourself in the world of Mirza Ghalib’s Shayari, and let his words inspire and move you.
