सरफ़राज़ी

Meaning

Exaltation, distinction, high honor, or having one's head held high.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu poetry, 'sarfarāzī' refers to distinction, elevation, and dignity. In this couplet by Mir, it signifies spiritual and moral exaltation, which paradoxically requires extreme humility—becoming dust trodden beneath the feet of humanity to attain true honor.

Etymology

Persian: compound of 'sar' (head) + 'farāz' (elevated/high) + abstract noun suffix '-ī'.

Usage

Commonly employed in Sufistic and classical ghazal traditions to contrast the illusory pride of worldly rank with the true, lasting honor achieved through spiritual humility.

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