Word Meaning
कलीमुल-लाही
Kalim-ul-Lahi
Meaning
The spiritual rank or state of being Moses, the interlocutor of God.
Detailed Meaning
Derived from 'Kalimullah' (the title of Prophet Moses meaning 'one who spoke with God') combined with the Persian abstract suffix '-i', this word denotes the state, dignity, or calling of Moses. In Iqbal's couplet, it represents visionary divine leadership, which requires the humble and patient training of a shepherd ('shabani') as its foundational prelude.
Etymology
Arabic compound 'Kalīmullāh' (speaker with God) + Persian abstract suffix '-ī'.
Usage
In classical and modern Urdu philosophical poetry, especially Iqbal's works, it symbolizes transformative prophetic leadership and communion with the Divine.
Examples
Shepherd-hood was the true prelude to attaining the station of Moses.
Without the fire of Mount Sinai, one cannot claim the rank of Kalimullah.