Word Meaning
क़सीदा
qasida
hinoun
Meaning
A classical panegyric poem or formal ode praising someone.
Detailed Meaning
A qasida is a formal, elaborate poetic genre traditionally composed to praise kings, patrons, or divine figures. In this couplet, it is contrasted with the intimate ghazal to suggest that even if the expression of affection became an elaborate, grandiose ode of praise, its underlying reality remains simply a tale of love.
Etymology
Arabic, from the root q-s-d (ق-ص-د), meaning 'to intend', 'aim at', or 'head towards'.
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, poets often contrast the high-flown panegyric tone of the qasida with the inward, romantic lyricism of the ghazal.
Examples
To compose a qasida in praise of the king
His poetry turned into a qasida of beauty
Synonyms
मदहस्तुति-गानप्रशंसा-गीत
Related Words
ग़ज़लमर्सियामसनवीतशबीब