Word Meaning
सदक़े
sadqe
Meaning
Sacrificed, devoted, or offered as an expiatory offering in love or devotion.
Detailed Meaning
In Urdu poetry, 'sadqe hona' denotes absolute surrender and total devotion, offering oneself as a shield, sacrifice, or ransom for the beloved's well-being. In this couplet, the speaker expresses readiness to sacrifice their very life and existence for just a single moment with the beloved. It carries connotations of ritual offering transforming into intense romantic and spiritual dedication.
Etymology
Arabic (ṣadaqa / صدقة), originally meaning voluntary alms or charitable offering.
Usage
Frequently paired with verbs like 'होना' or 'जाना' in ghazals to express the lover's utter self-annihilation for the beloved.
Examples
I would sacrifice my life a hundred times for just one glance.
May my heart and soul be an offering unto you.