Word Meaning
बहिश्त
bihisht
hinoun
Meaning
Paradise; heaven; the celestial garden of eternal reward.
Detailed Meaning
Bihisht refers to paradise or the garden of eternal bliss in Islamic belief. In classical Urdu ghazal, it stands as the ultimate spiritual haven, frequently contrasted with 'dozakh' (hell). In this couplet, the poet questions whether a heart consumed and scorched by the fire of love could ever find a place in that tranquil realm.
Etymology
Persian, derived from Middle Persian 'vahišt', originating from Avestan 'vahišta-' (the best, supreme good).
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, poets often dismiss the allure of bihisht to highlight the superior agony and devotion found in the lover's sorrow.
Examples
Yearning for paradise
Between heaven and hell
Synonyms
जन्नतफ़िरदौसस्वर्ग
Related Words
दोज़ख़हूरकौसरसवाब