Word Meaning
मुलूकाना
mulukana
Meaning
Kingly, royal, princely, or imperial in manner.
Detailed Meaning
Refers to a posture, character, or demeanor that is regal, imperial, or worthy of sovereigns. In this couplet, it highlights how true spiritual poverty (faqr) bears a sovereign grandeur and majestic pride that rivals the dominion of kings. It juxtaposes the inner royalty of the dervish with superficial worldly sovereignty.
Etymology
Arabic 'mulūk' (ملوک, plural of 'malik' meaning king) combined with the Persian adjectival suffix '-āna' (-انہ, denoting manner or resemblance).
Usage
Frequently combined with words like 'andaaz' or 'shaan' in Urdu poetry to contrast worldly majesty with the inner spiritual sovereignty of the dervish.
Examples
andaaz-e-mulukana (a royal disposition)
shaan-e-mulukana (kingly splendor)