Meaning of
ghamkhwaar
ग़मख़्वार • غمخوار
English
sympathizer; one who shares in another's sorrow
Hindi
सहानुभूति रखने वाला; दुःख में सहभागी
Urdu
ہمدرد; غم میں شریک
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
iltejaa hai ishq ka ooncha ye parcham keejie
binte hawwa se mohabbat ibne aadam keejie
1
gham men ham soorat-e-gamkhaar nahin padhte hain
isliye meer ke ash'aar nahin padhte hain
meri aañkhen teri tasveer se ja lagti hain
subh uthkar sabhi akhbaar nahin padhte hain
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iltejaa hai ishq ka ooncha ye parcham keejie
binte hawwa se mohabbat ibne aadam keejie
1
gham men ham soorat-e-gamkhaar nahin padhte hain
isliye meer ke ash'aar nahin padhte hain
meri aañkhen teri tasveer se ja lagti hain
subh uthkar sabhi akhbaar nahin padhte hain
31
Nuance
Ghamkhwaar is a gentle word, evoking the warmth of shared sorrow. It suggests a deep emotional connection, where one soul reaches out to comfort another in times of distress.
Poetic Usage
Poets use it to express empathy and compassion. It is often found in verses about friendship and love. It contrasts with words of indifference and apathy.
Closing Insight
Ghamkhwaar is a balm for the wounded heart. It reminds us of the healing power of shared sorrow.