Word Meaning
जल्वा-गर
jalwa-gar
hiadjective
Meaning
Manifesting splendor, radiant, conspicuous, revealing oneself in glory.
Detailed Meaning
Denotes an entity that reveals its beauty, light, or divine presence in full view. In this couplet, it qualifies the divine manifestation (tajallī) that set Mount Tur ablaze, highlighting overwhelming radiance. Poetically, it evokes both heavenly glory and the captivating appearance of the beloved.
Etymology
Arabic 'jalwah' (splendor, display) combined with the Persian active suffix '-gar' (doer, maker).
Usage
A staple concept in Urdu mysticism (Tasawwuf) and lyric poetry, portraying the beloved or God unveiling their beauty to the lover.
Examples
When the radiant beloved appeared in the gathering, every eye was dazzled.
The divine light became manifest atop the mountain.
Synonyms
नुमायाँज़ाहिरदीप्तिमानमुतजल्ली
Related Words
जल्वाजल्वा-गाहजल्वा-रेज़