Word Meaning
सरहद
sarhad
hinoun, feminine
Meaning
Boundary, frontier, limit, or border.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'sarhad' refers to a boundary, frontier, or the outer limit of a realm. In this couplet, 'sarhad-e-idraak' signifies the boundary of human perception and intellect, beyond which lies the true divine essence. It underscores the poetic theme of transcendence, where rational boundaries are insufficient to grasp the divine.
Etymology
Persian compound of 'sar' (head, edge) and Arabic 'hadd' (limit, boundary).
Usage
Often used in metaphorical izafat constructions to mark the limits of intellect, passion, or mortal existence.
Examples
beyond the frontier of understanding
crossing the boundary of patience
Synonyms
हदसीमाछोरइंतिहा
Related Words
इदराकमसजूदक़िबला