ख़ुद-रू

Meaning

Growing wild or spontaneously without human cultivation; self-grown.

Detailed Meaning

In classical poetry, 'khud-ru' refers to flora that sprouts and blossoms independently in the wild without the care of a gardener. In this verse, 'lala-e-khud-ru' (wild tulip) embodies pristine, untamed beauty in solitary nature, set in contrast to formal gatherings of wine and music. It evokes an innate, spiritually pure vitality uncorrupted by artifice.

Etymology

Persian compound of 'khud' (self) and 'ru' (root of rustan, to grow).

Usage

Frequently juxtaposed with flowers of manicured gardens to symbolize untamed passion, solitude, and authentic spiritual beauty in ghazal and nazm traditions.

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