Word Meaning
बैत-उल-हराम
Bait-ul-Haram
hinoun
Meaning
The Sacred House; the holy Kaaba in Mecca.
Detailed Meaning
Literally meaning 'the Sacred House', it is an honorific Quranic title for the Holy Kaaba in Mecca. In classical poetry, it often symbolizes pure monotheistic faith, the sanctity of the believer's heart, or true devotion. In this couplet, it contrasts with 'Bait-us-Sanam' (idol temple) to illustrate how passionate love turned a once-hallowed heart into a shrine for an idol-like beloved.
Etymology
Arabic: bayt (house) + al-harām (the sacred / forbidden).
Usage
Frequently contrasted with terms like 'but-khāna' or 'dair' to explore the poetic conflict between orthodox religion and profane, ecstatic love.
Examples
A journey toward the sacred Bait-ul-Haram
Once my heart was the holy Bait-ul-Haram
Synonyms
काबाख़ाना-ए-काबाहरम
Related Words
बैतुस-सनमहरमकाफ़िरइश्क़