नमाज़ी

Meaning

A devout worshipper; one who regularly performs ritual prayers.

Detailed Meaning

A 'namazi' refers to one who observes the ritual Islamic prayer (namaz) and represents religious rectitude or orthodoxy. In this couplet, the figure of the devout worshipper is playfully humbled by the irreverent boys of the tavern, who pull off his turban, which is an emblem of pious status and dignity.

Etymology

Persian 'namāz' (ritual prayer, from Proto-Iranian *námah- 'obeisance') + agentive suffix '-ī'.

Usage

In classical Urdu ghazal, the namazi is frequently contrasted with the rind (carefree drinker) to critique outward piety and religious pretension.

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