Meaning of
dastkhat
दस्तख़त • دستخط
English
signature; autograph
Hindi
हस्ताक्षर; स्वहस्ताक्षर
Urdu
دستخط; خود نوشت
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
mire KHilaaf hi sab dastkhat hue aaKHir
main chup raha to gunahgaar mujh...ko maana hai
0
haan khat-e-qismat KHuda ki dastkhat hai tum mire ho
koi fan aata nahin par ik sifat hai tum mire ho
4
tahreer-e-jaan tahreer aap li.e firte hain
qatl to karte hain dastkhat nahin karte hain
3
dilon pe dastkhat karte hue ham
chale jaayenge bas hanste hue ham
2
ishq ke vo saare dastaavez laao mez par
KHoon se kar dastkhat tumse nibhaaoon pyaar fir
1
main harf harf likh raha hooñ aañsu se dhula hua
ye kaaghazon kii dhadkanoon pe dastkhat hai pyaar ka
1
hamaare ghutnon men bhi dard ho gaya lekin
nahin ki.e kisi ne dastkhat bhi kaagaz pe
0
mire KHilaaf hi sab dastkhat hue aaKHir
main chup raha to gunahgaar mujh...ko maana hai
0
haan khat-e-qismat KHuda ki dastkhat hai tum mire ho
koi fan aata nahin par ik sifat hai tum mire ho
4
Nuance
Dastkhat signifies a personal mark, an imprint of identity and intent. In poetry, it can symbolize the indelible impact of one's presence or actions. The word carries a sense of permanence, a testament to individuality and personal expression.
Poetic Usage
Poets use 'dastkhat' to explore themes of identity, legacy, and the lasting effects of one's deeds. It can reflect the unique mark one leaves on the world, or the silent testimony of a life lived.
Closing Insight
Dastkhat is a reminder of the enduring power of personal expression, a silent witness to one's journey.