Word Meaning
तजल्ली
tajallī
hinoun
Meaning
Divine radiance, manifestation of light, or epiphany.
Detailed Meaning
In Sufi and classical Urdu poetry, 'tajalli' denotes the divine self-manifestation or illumination through which the unseen Creator becomes perceptible to creation. In this couplet, it signifies the foundational divine light that grants existence to the cosmos, comparing every atom's dependence on God to dust motes lit by the sun.
Etymology
Arabic, from the verbal root j-l-w (ج-ل-و), relating to revealing, unveiling, or shining brightly.
Usage
Commonly invoked in mystical and romantic ghazals with allusion to Prophet Moses experiencing the blinding divine light atop Mount Sinai.
Examples
A flash of divine light upon Mount Sinai
The world is illumined by Your radiant grace
Synonyms
जल्वाप्रकाशआभादीप्ति
Related Words
जल्वानूरपरतवज़हूर