सरवरी

Meaning

Sovereignty, lordship, supremacy, or chieftainship.

Detailed Meaning

In classical and philosophical Urdu poetry, 'sarwari' signifies high status, leadership, dominion, or worldly sovereignty. In this couplet, it represents political or social mastery that becomes meaningless and corrupting if bought at the expense of self-respect and personal integrity (khudi).

Etymology

Persian: from 'sarwar' (chief, leader; composed of 'sar' meaning head + '-war') + abstract suffix '-ī'.

Usage

In philosophical poetry, it is frequently contrasted with spiritual integrity, dervish-hood, or the preservation of the self.

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