बे-गलीम

Meaning

Without even a blanket; utterly destitute, free from worldly possessions.

Detailed Meaning

Literally denotes one lacking even a coarse woollen blanket ('galīm'), which is the humble hallmark of a mystic. In this couplet, it characterizes an authentic dervish completely detached from worldly possessions and pretension. Such an ascetic is depicted as the true knower of spiritual mysteries and human destiny.

Etymology

Persian compound of 'be' (without) and 'galīm' (coarse woolen garment, blanket, or rug).

Usage

In classical and philosophical Urdu verse, it symbolizes the peak of ascetic renunciation where poverty becomes spiritual richness.

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