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1 Urdu couplets and shers with khurshid

khurshid(m): sun

Description of khurshid: Khurshid is an Urdu word meaning "sun," derived from Persian, symbolizing light, warmth, and vitality. Unlike modern terms like "suraj," which is more colloquial in Hindi-Urdu, khurshid carries a classical elegance rooted in Perso-Arabic influences. It differs from "qamar" by evoking daytime brilliance rather than nocturnal glow. In Urdu poetry, khurshid often illuminates ghazals, as in Ghalib's verses where it metaphorically represents a beloved's radiant face.

1 / 1: khurshid

rukhsat hua vo ashk hamaare nikal aaye

khurshid ke chhupte hi

sitaare nikal aaye

the tear of mine left

and flowed forth

soon as the sun withdrew

the stars emerged

Bal Mukund Besabr (2)

rukhsat (f) (3)

departure (esp. of bride)

ashk (m) (5)

tears

nikal (9)

come out, emerge

khurshid (m) (1)

sun

sitaare (m) (2)

stars

Theme: Nature, World & Universe (50)

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Voice, Expression, & Language (78)

Beauty, Charm, & Union (109)

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Heart, Mind, & Memory (66)

Oppression, Rebellion, & Freedom (61)

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Creativity, Philosophy, & Enlightenment (40)

Friends, Family, & Community (139)

Life, Learning, & Living (127)

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