Word Meaning
मौइज़ा
mau'iza
Meaning
A religious sermon, moral preaching, or pious admonition.
Detailed Meaning
In Islamic and classical literary contexts, 'mau'iza' refers to a religious sermon, spiritual advice, or moral homily delivered to guide believers. In the provided couplet, it is juxtaposed alongside 'pand' (advice) to satirically contrast the dry moralizing of the pulpit with worldly pleasures. The poet uses it ironically to critique ascetic preachings devoid of joy.
Etymology
Arabic (مَوْعِظَة, mau'iẓah), derived from the root و-ع-ظ (w-'-ẓ) meaning to admonish or exhort.
Usage
In Urdu poetry, 'mau'iza' is frequently paired with 'pand' and associated with the moralistic sermons of the preacher (waiz), often treated with playful disdain by lovers and free-thinkers.
Examples
Sermons and moral advice could not deter the intoxicated lover.
The preacher's dry homilies fell on deaf ears in the tavern.