Word Meaning
फ़ख़्र
fakhr
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
Pride, honor, glory, or a source of noble distinction.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'fakhr' denotes legitimate pride, honor, or sublime distinction, often contrasted with arrogant vanity. In this couplet, it embodies the paradox of mystical poverty (faqr), showing that the torn cloak of the lover or ascetic is an object of envy and supreme glory even for kings. It highlights how spiritual abasement surpasses worldly dominion.
Etymology
Arabic root f-kh-r (فخر), denoting to take pride, glory, or boast honorably.
Usage
Often employed in ghazals alongside or in phonetic contrast with 'faqr' to juxtapose worldly imperial pomp with spiritual transcendence.
Examples
fakhr-e-rozgar (the pride of the age)
fakhr-o-mubahat (pride and self-exaltation)
Synonyms
नाज़गर्वशर्फ़इज़्ज़त
Related Words
फ़ाख़िरइफ़्तिख़ारफ़क़्र