Word Meaning
ज़मज़मा-संज
zamzama-sanj
hinoun
Meaning
A singer, melodist, or one who chants tuneful melodies.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'zamzama-sanj' refers to an artist or poet who sings tuneful, impassioned melodies. In this couplet, it denotes an inspired non-Arab voice whose fiery musical compositions overwhelm the listeners with spiritual fervor, metaphorically tearing the pilgrims' robes.
Etymology
Compound of the Arabic 'zamzama' (musical chant, hum) and the Persian suffix '-sanj' (from 'sanjīdan', to weigh or compose).
Usage
Frequently used as a high-register poetic metaphor for the nightingale or a spiritually impassioned poet singing lyrical verses.
Examples
A solitary zamzama-sanj enchanted the dawn with sweet cadence.
The garden awoke to the song of the zamzama-sanj.
Synonyms
नग़्मा-सरानग़्मा-पर्दाज़ग़ज़ल-ख़्वाँमुग़न्नी
Related Words
ज़मज़मातरन्नुमनग़्मासंज