Word Meaning
जिबरील
Jibrīl
Meaning
Archangel Gabriel, the messenger of divine revelation in Islamic tradition.
Detailed Meaning
Jibril refers to the archangel Gabriel, venerated in Islam as the celestial messenger who delivered divine revelations from God to the prophets. In this couplet, Jibril is mentioned alongside Prophet Muhammad and the Quran as divine treasures of God, contrasting celestial messengers with the human poet's heartfelt expression. Figuratively, he represents supreme intellect, purity, and celestial mediation.
Etymology
Arabic (جِبْرِيل / Jibrīl), from Biblical Hebrew Gavrī'ēl ('God is my strength').
Usage
In Urdu poetry, especially in Iqbal's works, Jibril frequently symbolizes celestial intellect and reason, often contrasted with the daring, transcendent power of Ishq (divine love).
Examples
The flight of intellect halts where Gabriel folds his wings.
Even Gabriel could not rival the station of love.