ना-हक़

Meaning

Unjustly, wrongfully, without justification or cause.

Detailed Meaning

Signifies doing something unjustly, improperly, or without cause. In this couplet, it highlights the perceived unfairness of mankind being held guilty solely on the angels' unilateral written record without an advocate present.

Etymology

Persian negative prefix 'nā-' compounded with Arabic 'ḥaqq' (truth, right, justice).

Usage

Frequently used in classical ghazals to voice grievances against arbitrary divine fate or the beloved's unprovoked cruelty.

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