Word Meaning
बाँग
bāṅg
Meaning
A call, shout, cry, proclamation, or loud trumpet blast.
Detailed Meaning
In Persian and Urdu poetry, 'bāng' signifies a loud voice, cry, proclamation, or heraldic blast. In this couplet by Iqbal, it specifically describes the awe-inspiring blast of the Archangel Israfil's trumpet (bāng-e-sūr) meant to resurrect the dead on Judgment Day. The poet contrasts this terrifying, awakening trumpet sound with the soothing, tender melody expected of romantic verse.
Etymology
Persian 'bāng' (بانگ), signifying a cry, shout, voice, or sound.
Usage
Frequently used in classical Urdu poetry within genitive compounds like 'bāng-e-darā' (the bell of the caravan) or 'bāng-e-azān' (the call to prayer) to evoke themes of spiritual awakening, movement, and summons.
Examples
bāng-e-darā ne kiyā hai bedār
bāng-e-sūr kī dahshat se aalam kānp uThā