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Mirza Ghalib Sad Poetry in Urdu: A Heart-Touching 2-Line Shayari


This two-line verse by Mirza Ghalib captures the quiet sadness of never truly belonging anywhere. It's one of the most shared pieces of Ghalib's sad shayari among Urdu readers in Pakistan, India, and beyond. You'll find the original Urdu text below, along with its Roman Urdu transliteration and English meaning, plus a downloadable image you can share with friends. For more in this style, see our collection of Mirza Ghalib's sad poetry and one-line quotes.

Mirza Ghalib's Two-Line Sad Poetry in Urdu


Urdu calligraphy image of Mirza Ghalib's two-line sad poetry against a dark background
Mirza Ghalib Sad Poetry Image

جہاں رہے گاوہیں روشنی لٹائے گا
کسی چراغ کا اپنا مکاں نہیں ہوتا

English Meaning

Wherever it goes, it will scatter its light 
no lamp ever truly has a home of its own.

Roman Urdu Version


Jahan Rahega Wahin Roshni Lutayega
Kisi Chirag ka Apna Makan Nahin Hota

Looking for more like this? Read our collection of sad poetry in Urdu with images.
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