Meaning of
darak
दरक • درک
English
understanding; comprehension; insight
Hindi
समझ; बोध; अंतर्दृष्टि
Urdu
سمجھ; ادراک; بصیرت
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
is raaste men jab koi saaya na paayega
ye aakhiri darakht bahut yaad aayega
28
teri nigaah-e-naaz se chhoote hue darakht
mar jaayen kya karen bataa sukhe hue darakht
hairat hai ped neem ke dene lage hain aam
pagla ga.e hain aapke choo
men hue darakht
96
zikr tumhaara bahut zaroori in ghazalon men jaaneman
chaai bina adrak ko dale achchhii thodii banti hai
59
insaan ko hi aql ye aanaa to hai nahin
dharti ke hi alaava thik
aanaa to hai nahin
bhar lo silendron men jahaan bhar ki oxygen
tumko magar darakht lagana to hai nahin
44
ye kiske dwaar pe khada zinda daraKHt hai
in pattharon ke shahar men insaan kaun hai
43
darakht kaat ke jab thak gaya lakadhara
to ik darakht ke saa.e men ja ke baith gaya
39
saaya hai kam khajoor ke unche darakht ka
ummeed baandhie na bade aadmi ke saath
37
un ke hone se bakht hote hain
baap ghar ke darakht hote hain
34
shaayad kisi bala ka tha saaya darakht par
chidiyon ne raat shor machaaya darakht par
32
ruken to dhoop se nazrein bachaate rahte hain
chalen to kitne darakht aate jaate rahte hain
28
is raaste men jab koi saaya na paayega
ye aakhiri darakht bahut yaad aayega
28
teri nigaah-e-naaz se chhoote hue darakht
mar jaayen kya karen bataa sukhe hue darakht
hairat hai ped neem ke dene lage hain aam
pagla ga.e hain aapke choo
men hue darakht
96
Nuance
In its original sense, 'darak' signifies a deep understanding or comprehension. Poetry has embraced this word to evoke the profound insights that lie beneath the surface of everyday experiences. It suggests a journey into the depths of the mind and soul, where true wisdom resides.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use 'darak' to explore themes of wisdom and insight. It is invoked when delving into the mysteries of the heart or the complexities of human nature. The word contrasts with superficial understanding, highlighting the depth of true comprehension.
Closing Insight
In poetry, 'darak' becomes a beacon of inner wisdom, guiding the seeker through the labyrinth of life.