ख़दंग

Meaning

An arrow, especially one made from the hard wood of the white poplar.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu and Persian poetic diction, 'khadang' denotes an arrow made from the resilient wood of the poplar tree. In this couplet, 'khadang-e-jasta' (the released arrow) serves as a metaphor for human life, which races swiftly toward its end yet remains bound to its divine origin. It underscores the paradox of worldly movement versus eternal reality.

Etymology

Persian (خدنگ), originally referring to the white poplar tree or a spear/arrow made from its wood.

Usage

In the ghazal tradition, it frequently symbolizes the piercing glance of the beloved or the sudden blows of fate.

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