मुस्तआर

Meaning

Borrowed; acquired from another; metaphorical or transient.

Detailed Meaning

The term 'musta'ar' refers to something borrowed, acquired, or non-intrinsic. In the cited couplet, it describes the luminous radiance of the sun and creation as merely borrowed from the true Divine Beauty. It underscores the poetic idea that worldly splendors lack independent existence and are only reflections of the Beloved.

Etymology

Arabic root ع-و-ر (ʿ-w-r), from form X passive participle (musta'ār), meaning borrowed or sought on loan.

Usage

In classical Urdu ghazal, it frequently qualifies life, breath, or light to emphasize the ephemeral and dependent nature of mortal existence.

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