क़रार-फ़रेब

Meaning

Deceptive in promises; one that cheats under the guise of reassurance or agreement.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu poetry, 'qarār-fareb' refers to someone or something that deceitfully offers assurance, tranquility, or a pledge only to break it. In the context of the couplet, it describes the beloved's commitments, which appear reassuring on the surface but are ultimately hollow deceptions. The poet emphasizes the betrayal inherent in promises meant merely to beguile the lover.

Etymology

Compound formed from Arabic 'qarār' (rest, stability, pledge) and Persian 'farēb' (deceit, trickery).

Usage

In the ghazal tradition, this epithet is used to lament the treacherous promises of the beloved or the illusory peace of worldly life.

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