Word Meaning
ऐबक
Aibak
hiproper noun
Meaning
Qutb ud-Din Aibak; founder of the Delhi Sultanate.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'Aibak' refers to Sultan Qutb ud-Din Aibak, representing imperial conquest, military power, and earthly dominion. In this couplet, his historical wars and political glory are contrasted with the timeless, enduring sweetness of poetic art exemplified by Amir Khusrau. It serves as a historical allusion to underline the transience of worldly rule.
Etymology
Turkic (Ay-bak, literally 'moon lord' or 'idol-like master').
Usage
In Urdu poetry, the name is primarily employed as a historical allusion (talmīḥ) evoking transient imperial might.
Examples
The battles of Aibak faded into dust.
No throne of Aibak remained forever.
Synonyms
क़ुतुबुद्दीनसुल्तान
Related Words
ग़ौरीसल्तनतख़ुसरौमारका