Word Meaning
ताबा
tābi‘
hiadjective
Meaning
Subordinate, dependent, subject to, or follower.
Detailed Meaning
In Urdu poetry, especially in Iqbal's philosophical verse, the term denotes being subservient to cosmic destiny, fate, or external masters. In this couplet, it conveys the idea of celestial servitude, affirming that human spirit is autonomous and not bound by planetary movements.
Etymology
Arabic, derived from the triconsonantal root t-b-‘ (ت-ب-ع), meaning to follow, pursue, or obey.
Usage
Commonly used in philosophical ghazal and nazm contexts to contest fate and human subservience to astrological or societal forces.
Examples
har nafas hai marzi-e-yazdan ke tabe
gardish-e-dauran ka taba na raha dil mera
Synonyms
ताबेमुतीअफ़रमाँबरदारगु़लाम
Related Words
इताअतइत्तिबामुताबिक़