Word Meaning
गुनाहगारों
gunahgaron
hinoun
Meaning
Sinners, offenders, or wrongdoers (plural oblique).
Detailed Meaning
The plural oblique form of 'gunahgar', referring to wrongdoers or sinners. In this couplet, it designates flawed, everyday mortals as opposed to the self-righteous preacher ('sheikh'), affirming that divine grace and mercy extend to the imperfect and sinful as well.
Etymology
Persian: 'gunāh' (sin, fault) + agentive suffix '-gār' (doer).
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, it is frequently invoked to juxtapose human vulnerability and repentance against the moralistic arrogance of the zahid or sheikh.
Examples
Forgive the shortcomings of the sinners.
Divine grace covers the sinners as well.
Synonyms
ख़ताकारोंमुजरिमोंपापियों
Related Words
गुनाहगुनाहगारीबेगुनाह