Word Meaning
बे-ख़रोश
be-kharosh
hiadjective
Meaning
Quiet, calm, devoid of noise, clamor, or tumult.
Detailed Meaning
Literally meaning without clamor or roar, it signifies absolute quietness and peace. In this couplet, it qualifies the tavern of imagination (mai-kada-e-khayaal), distinguishing this internal, meditative realm of thought from a physical tavern filled with drunken noise. It portrays an ecstatic spiritual state experienced in complete inner silence.
Etymology
Persian compound formed from the negative prefix 'be-' (without) and 'kharosh' (clamor, loud cry, tumult).
Usage
In classical ghazal, it is often used to contrast the profound stillness of spiritual or mental states with worldly commotion.
Examples
a quiet tavern devoid of clamor
the tranquil heart in deep sorrow
Synonyms
ख़ामोशपुर-सुकूनसाकितबे-आवाज़
Related Words
ख़रोशजोश-ओ-ख़रोशबज़्म-ए-ख़यालमय-कदा