Word Meaning
इस्राफ़ील
Israfil
Meaning
Israfil, the archangel destined to blow the trumpet on the Day of Resurrection.
Detailed Meaning
In Islamic tradition, Israfil is the archangel tasked with blowing the celestial trumpet (Sur) to proclaim the Day of Judgment and revive the dead. In Iqbal's couplet, 'Sur-e-Israfil' symbolizes a transformative, reawakening, and life-infusing force sparked by divine love. It contrasts the intellectual defense of Gabriel with the revolutionary, life-creating dynamism of passion.
Etymology
Arabic (إِسْرَافِيل, Isrāfīl), ultimately of Semitic origin.
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, Israfil is customarily mentioned in connection with his trumpet ('Sur') as an emblem of resurrection, intense commotion, or profound awakening.
Examples
The resonance of Israfil's trumpet
Awakening at the call of Israfil