Meaning of
hadiya
हदिया • ہدیه
English
gift; offering
Hindi
उपहार; भेंट
Urdu
تحفہ; نذرانہ
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
tere jaate hi mere ghar kii
ghadiyaan ulta ghoom jaati hai
1
ham tohfe men ghadiyaan to de dete hain
ek dooje ko waqt nahin de paate hain
aañkhen black and white hain to phir in
men
rang birange khwaab kahaan se aate hain
54
tere bin ghadiyan gini hain raat din
nau baras gyaarah maheene saath din
47
guzishta saal bhi ashraf yahii ummeed thii ham ko
ki ye jo saal aaya hai KHushi ki ghadiyaan laayega
3
tere jaate hi mere ghar kii
ghadiyaan ulta ghoom jaati hai
1
ham tohfe men ghadiyaan to de dete hain
ek dooje ko waqt nahin de paate hain
aañkhen black and white hain to phir in
men
rang birange khwaab kahaan se aate hain
54
Nuance
In its original sense, 'hadiya' signifies a gift or offering, something given with respect and affection. In poetry, it often symbolizes the intangible gifts of love, wisdom, or spiritual insight, deepening its emotional resonance.
Poetic Usage
Poets use 'hadiya' to evoke the beauty of giving and receiving. It can represent the exchange of hearts, the sharing of dreams, or the silent understanding between souls. It contrasts with material wealth, highlighting the richness of spirit.
Closing Insight
Hadiya is a reminder of the intangible treasures we share. It speaks to the heart's capacity to give beyond measure.