बरसा

Meaning

Pour down, shower, or rain abundantly (imperative form).

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu and Hindi poetry, 'barsā' denotes the act of showering down rain, tears, or divine grace. In this couplet, it serves as an imperative addressed to the cloud (abr), commanding or beseeching it to pour down God's mercy with full intensity. It carries rich poetic overtones of munificence, boundless generosity, and relief for the longing heart.

Etymology

Sanskrit वर्ष (varṣa) / वर्षति (varṣati) through Prakrit वरिसइ (varisaï) into Hindustani बरसना / बरसाना.

Usage

Commonly invoked in ghazals addressing the cloud (abr) or weeping eyes (chashm) to evoke a deluge of sorrow, passion, or divine mercy.

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