Word Meaning
हदीक़े
hadiqe
hinoun
Meaning
A garden, park, or enclosed orchard (in oblique case).
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'hadiqa' denotes an enclosed, flourishing garden or orchard. In this couplet, it is employed as a metaphor for the transient world and its illusory worldly joys. The poet cautions against being misled by this outer splendor.
Etymology
Arabic, from the triconsonantal root ح-د-ق (ḥ-d-q) meaning to encircle or enclose; specifically a walled garden.
Usage
Frequently used in the ghazal as an allegorical representation of the worldly realm, paradise, or the beloved's radiant presence.
Examples
In the garden of existence, beauty is transient.
The blooming rose in the garden soon faded.
Synonyms
बाग़चमनगुलशनबोस्तान
Related Words
हदीक़ागुलअयाग़बहार