Word Meaning
रखियो
rakhiyo
Meaning
Keep or grant; archaic imperative meaning 'please keep' or 'continue to keep'.
Detailed Meaning
An archaic imperative form of the verb 'rakhna' (to keep), expressing an entreaty or enduring request. In the couplet, it combines with 'mu'af' to form 'mu'af rakhiyo', meaning 'pardon me' or 'keep me forgiven'. This verbal ending reflects the early Rekhta and Braj influence in classical Urdu poetry.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'rakṣati' (protects, preserves) evolved through Prakrit into Old Hindi/Braj 'rakhna', taking the classical Urdu/Braj imperative suffix '-iyo'.
Usage
Widely employed by classical poets like Mir and Sauda as a traditional precative imperative ending, lending a tender, pleading cadence to the verse.
Examples
Mu'af rakhiyo meri har khata tu (Forgive every fault of mine)
Hamesha yad rakhiyo is sukhan ko (Ever keep this counsel in mind)