Word Meaning
भटका
bhatka
hiadjective
Meaning
Lost, strayed, gone astray, or wandered off the path.
Detailed Meaning
In Urdu and Hindi poetry, 'bhatka' describes a person or heart that has drifted away from the right path or true goal. In this verse by Iqbal, it is directly juxtaposed with 'sahib-e-manzil' (the master of the destination) to distinguish purposeful realization from directionless drifting.
Etymology
Derived from Prakrit and Old Hindi roots related to Sanskrit भ्रष्ट (bhrashta, meaning fallen or wandered off).
Usage
Commonly paired with 'raahi' (traveler) to depict the existential or spiritual condition of an unguided seeker.
Examples
The lost traveler found the path once again.
A stray ray of light in the dark forest.
Synonyms
गुमराहराह-भूलासरगर्दां
Related Words
भटकनाभटकावराहीमंज़िल