Word Meaning
ख़लीलाँ
khalīlāñ
Meaning
Intimate friends; followers or spiritual kin of Prophet Abraham (Khalil).
Detailed Meaning
This is the Persian plural of the Arabic word 'khalil', meaning an intimate friend or soulmate, famously the title of Prophet Abraham (Khalilullah). In the couplet, it refers to those belonging to the spiritual path of Abraham, who instead of sculpting rigid idols like Azar, melt hard stone through divine love and faith. It embodies monotheistic devotees whose spiritual power softens the hardened hearts and elements of the world.
Etymology
Arabic 'khalīl' (intimate companion) combined with the Persian plural suffix '-ān'.
Usage
In classical Urdu and Persian verse, it is commonly used to invoke the archetype of Prophet Abraham as the breaker of idols and lover of Truth.
Examples
The divine mission of the friends of God
melting the stone of disbelief like the companions of Khalil