Word Meaning
सिपहर
sipahr
hinoun
Meaning
Sky, celestial sphere, heavens; fate or destiny.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Persian and Urdu poetry, 'sipahr' denotes the celestial sphere, sky, or heaven, often personified as the cosmic wheel of fate. In this couplet, it represents the sky or adverse destiny, which is addressed ironically regarding the beloved's sudden change of heart after the lover's ruin. It underscores the recurring motif of the heavens being indifferent or hostile to lovers.
Etymology
Persian (سپہر / sepehr), meaning the celestial sphere or sky.
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, 'sipahr' is routinely depicted as a heartless, revolving celestial sphere responsible for misfortune and separation.
Examples
Turn of the heavens bringing endless grief.
O cruel sphere, spare the broken-hearted lover.
Synonyms
आसमानफ़लकचर्ख़
Related Words
गर्दिशमेहरदौराँ