जलें

Meaning

To burn, scorch, or be consumed by heat or fire.

Detailed Meaning

In this couplet, 'जलें' forms the archaic habitual or perfective construction 'जलें हैं' (have burned), describing the eyelashes (मिज़्गाँ) scorched by the scalding heat of tears. Classical Urdu poets often invoke the paradox of tears burning like fire due to inner grief. Thus, the verb depicts the complete physical and emotional consumption of the lover by intense sorrow.

Etymology

Sanskrit ज्वलति (jvalati, 'to burn, flame') via Prakrit जलइ (jalaï).

Usage

In classical ghazal, the root verb 'जलना' routinely expresses the torment of love (सोज़-ए-इश्क़) or the agony of jealousy (रश्क).

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