Meaning of
kaalk
कालक • کالک
English
soot; blackness; stain
Hindi
कालिख; काला रंग; दाग
Urdu
کالک; سیاہی; داغ
Origin
Sanskrit
Ash'aar
kamiyaan nikaalkar meri behtar banaa diyaus ek ladki ne mujhe shayar banaa diya
0
ek taraf ungliyon pe chunaav ki kaalikh
ek taraf udti dikhe shamshaan ki kaalikh
ek taraf janta jo jal ke khaak ho rahi
ek taraf insaniyat par put rahi kaalikh
4
bichhad jaati hai kaalikh koyale se
bichhadne ka agar haasil ho heera
2
kamiyaan nikaalkar meri behtar banaa diyaus ek ladki ne mujhe shayar banaa diya
0
ek taraf ungliyon pe chunaav ki kaalikh
ek taraf udti dikhe shamshaan ki kaalikh
ek taraf janta jo jal ke khaak ho rahi
ek taraf insaniyat par put rahi kaalikh
4
Nuance
In its original sense, 'kaalk' refers to the physical blackness or soot that stains surfaces. In poetry, this word evokes the imagery of darkness that clings to the soul, a shadow that marks the heart with its presence.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use 'kaalk' to symbolize the indelible marks of sorrow or guilt. It contrasts with purity and light, representing the burdens that weigh on one's conscience.
Closing Insight
Kaalk embodies the shadows that linger, a reminder of the past's indelible marks.