शर

Meaning

Islamic law, religious code, or Sharia.

Detailed Meaning

In Islamic terminology and Urdu poetry, 'shar‘' denotes divine religious law and the orthodox code of conduct. In this couplet, it represents the external discipline and structural framework of Islam, juxtaposed with 'jazb' (inner mystical passion and ecstasy). Together, they capture the duality between outward religious observance and inward spiritual fire.

Etymology

Arabic root sh-r-‘ (ش-ر-ع), meaning a prescribed path, custom, or divine legislation.

Usage

In classical and modern poetry, it is often contrasted with 'ishq' or 'tariqat' to counterpose external orthodoxy with internal mystical devotion.

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