Word Meaning
वा'इज़
vā'iz
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
A religious preacher, moralizer, or sermonizer.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, the wa'iz is the public preacher or moralizer, typically embodying dry orthodox piety and self-righteousness. In this couplet, the free-spirited intoxicated speaker mocks the preacher, whose overwhelming terror upon seeing the drunkards in the mosque literally makes him sick with fear.
Etymology
Arabic (و-ع-ظ, w-ʿ-ẓ), active participle signifying an admonisher or preacher.
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, the wa'iz serves as a classic antagonist to the lover and the rind, routinely ridiculed for his lack of true spiritual passion.
Examples
The preacher's admonitions hold no sway over the intoxicated lover.
Pay no heed to the advice of the wa'iz.
Synonyms
उपदेशकधर्मोपदेशकख़तीब
Related Words
वअज़ज़ाहिदरिंदनासेह