Word Meaning
मानियो
maaniyo
Meaning
Do not believe; do not consider, suppose, or accept.
Detailed Meaning
An archaic classical imperative form of the verb 'mānnā' (to believe or consider), usually paired with 'mat' or 'na' to form a negative command. In this couplet, it serves as a direct warning to the listener not to be misled into believing that a callous cleric possesses true spiritual faith. Such '-iyo' verbal endings were standard poetic devices in early Urdu (Rekhta) for giving solemn counsel or warnings.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'mānayati' (मानयति) / Prakrit 'māṇēdi', passing into Old Hindavi/Urdu with the classical polite/future imperative suffix '-iyo'.
Usage
A characteristic feature of classical Rekhta poetry, used commonly to deliver didactic counsel, warnings, or moral aphorisms.
Examples
Do not consider my silence to be weakness.
Do not believe the deceitful words of the worldly.