Word Meaning
सोख़्तन
sōkhtan
hinoun
Meaning
Burning; the act of being consumed by fire, passion, or grief.
Detailed Meaning
In Persian, 'sokhtan' is the verbal infinitive meaning to burn or to be consumed by flame. In classical Urdu poetry, it metaphorically denotes the excruciating agony of love and utter devastation of the self. In this couplet, 'sokhtan ka baab' denotes an entire chapter or realm of burning torment, set in contrast to the beloved's vibrant world.
Etymology
Persian infinitive 'sōkhtan' (to burn), from Middle Persian 'sōxtan'.
Usage
Commonly used in ghazals to signify total self-immolation in intense passion or existential grief.
Examples
A life consumed in the longing of burning
Do not inquire into the burning of the heart
Synonyms
जलनदहनसोज़िश
Related Words
सोख़्तासोज़सोख़्ता-जाँ