Word Meaning
जाह
jaah
hinoun
Meaning
Dignity, grandeur, high rank, or worldly status.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'jaah' denotes worldly rank, magnificence, and elevated social stature. In Ghalib's verse, it appears alongside 'aish' (luxury) as an emblem of worldly prosperity that fails to remedy existential anguish or spiritual madness ('wahshat'). It often symbolizes the futility of worldly power in the face of inner turmoil.
Etymology
Arabic / Persian (جاہ), meaning dignity, status, or grandeur.
Usage
In ghazal tradition, 'jaah' is frequently contrasted with dervishhood or spiritual love to expose the shallowness of material grandeur.
Examples
Drunk on rank and status
Worldly grandeur and luxury
Synonyms
मंसबरुतबामर्तबाशान
Related Words
जाह-ओ-जलालजाह-ओ-हशमऐश-ओ-जाह