Word Meaning
पीठ
pīṭh
hinoun
Meaning
The back of a body; rear side or reverse of an object.
Detailed Meaning
Literally denotes the human back or the reverse side of an object. In this couplet, it describes how the niche (mihrab) has its physical back toward the Kaaba, exemplifying that absolute spiritual absorption transcends outer decorum and ritual formality. It thus represents disregard for superficial posture in favor of genuine inner communion.
Etymology
From Sanskrit पृष्ठ (pṛṣṭha) through Prakrit piṭṭha.
Usage
In classical ghazal, 'peeTh' is commonly used in idioms of turning away, retreating, or contrasting external physical orientation with inner spiritual devotion.
Examples
turning one's back on worldly concerns
standing with one's back to the door
Synonyms
पुश्तकमरअक़ब
Related Words
पुश्तरुख़सामनासिम्त