Word Meaning
साक़ी-ब-जल्वा
saaqii-ba-jalwa
hinoun phrase
Meaning
The cupbearer appearing in all radiant splendor or display.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, this phrase describes the wine-server manifesting with dazzling charm and visual allure. In the cited couplet, the radiant presence of the cupbearer is portrayed as an adversary to religious faith and worldly wisdom, overwhelming the intellect of the lover.
Etymology
Arabic saaqi (cupbearer) + Persian preposition ba (with, in) + Arabic jalwah (manifestation, splendor).
Usage
Commonly employed in Sufi and ghazal traditions to dramatize the spiritually destabilizing, intoxicating power of divine or earthly beauty.
Examples
The cupbearer in radiance captivates the entire tavern.
A single glance at the cupbearer in splendor made them forget all reason.
Synonyms
जल्वा-रेज़ साक़ीसाक़ी-ए-गुल-चेहरासाक़ी-ए-मह-रू
Related Words
साक़ीजल्वामुतरिब-ब-नग़्मामय-ख़ाना