तजस्सुस

Meaning

Curiosity, active inquiry, probing search, or keen investigation.

Detailed Meaning

Tajassus denotes an active, probing curiosity and relentless search. In Iqbal's couplet, it embodies the keen, penetrating quest and alertness of the falcon (shaheen) hunting its goal. It stands for dynamic pursuit and striving, contrasted with passive academic knowledge.

Etymology

Arabic root j-s-s (ج-س-س), form V verbal noun (تَفَعُّل), originally related to probing or feeling out.

Usage

In philosophical and classical Urdu verse, it often symbolizes an intense intellectual or spiritual yearning to uncover hidden truths.

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