Meaning of
kashkol
कश्कोल • کشکول
English
begging bowl; symbol of humility; spiritual quest
Hindi
भिक्षा पात्र; विनम्रता का प्रतीक; आध्यात्मिक खोज
Urdu
بھیک کا کٹورا; عاجزی کی علامت; روحانی تلاش
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
andha banaa ke haath men kashkol rakh diya
dhokha mila hai mulk ko andhe safeer se
vo jism dhoondhta hai mire KHvaab bech kar
takra raha hai khwahishon ka dukh zameer se
0
baat pe baat bol do naa ab
dil mira yaar tol do naa ab
hain bade hi KHaraab ham raunak
yaar kashkol mol do naa ab
5
bheekh ye har saal mujh...ko kam se kam do baar do
aankhoñ ke kashkol ko tum bheekh men deedaar do
2
raah se bhatke hue ham ghar bhi chhoota so alag
baad men phir rahzano ne ham ko lootaa so alag
is nagar men ham faqiro'n kii burii haalat hui
bheekh bhi paai nahin kashkol toota so alag
2
raat men chaand sitaare hi bhale lagte hain
uske kashkol men suraj to nahin de sakte
0
andha banaa ke haath men kashkol rakh diya
dhokha mila hai mulk ko andhe safeer se
vo jism dhoondhta hai mire KHvaab bech kar
takra raha hai khwahishon ka dukh zameer se
0
baat pe baat bol do naa ab
dil mira yaar tol do naa ab
hain bade hi KHaraab ham raunak
yaar kashkol mol do naa ab
5
Nuance
In its original sense, 'kashkol' refers to a simple bowl used by dervishes and mendicants, symbolizing humility and the renunciation of material wealth. In poetry, it evokes the image of a seeker on a spiritual journey, embracing simplicity and introspection.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use 'kashkol' to depict a life of asceticism and spiritual longing. It contrasts with images of wealth and opulence, highlighting the purity of a soul in search of truth.
Closing Insight
Kashkol embodies the quiet dignity of a soul unburdened by material desires. It is a vessel for the heart's deepest yearnings.