बे-पा

Meaning

Footless, helpless, destitute, or unable to move.

Detailed Meaning

Literally meaning without feet, 'be-pa' signifies being immobile, powerless, or entirely helpless. In the cited couplet, it contributes to the composite image 'be-pa-o-sar' (headless and footless, thoroughly ruined), comparing the lover's destitute, immobile agony to a melting candle consumed by its flame.

Etymology

Persian: 'be-' (without, prefix of negation) + 'pa' (foot).

Usage

In the ghazal tradition, it is predominantly used as part of compounds like 'be-pa-o-sar' to symbolize the lover's complete helplessness and lack of resources or direction.

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