Word Meaning
गब्र
gabr
hinoun
Meaning
A Zoroastrian, fire-worshipper, or pagan non-believer.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Persian and Urdu verse, 'gabr' denotes a Zoroastrian or fire-worshipper, and by extension an infidel or non-Muslim. In this couplet, it is paired alongside 'momin', 'barhaman', and 'tarsa' to show how the beloved's glance captures hearts across all faiths and creeds without exception.
Etymology
Persian (گبر / gabr), historically applied to Zoroastrians.
Usage
Frequently paired in the ghazal with words like 'tarsa', 'barhaman', and 'momin' to emphasize that true passion dissolves all sectarian divisions.
Examples
Whether believer or fire-worshipper, all are enraptured.
In the lane of love, neither gabr nor Muslim remains divided.
Synonyms
आतश-परस्तमजूसीकाफ़िर
Related Words
तरसामोमिनबरहमनकुफ़्र