Meaning of

nahr-e-dil

जिगरख़्वारी • جگرخواری

anguish of the heart; deep emotional pain

दिल की पीड़ा; गहरी भावनात्मक वेदना

دل کی تکلیف; گہرا جذباتی درد

Persian

In its original sense, 'jigar' refers to the liver, often symbolizing courage or deep emotion. 'Jigar-khwari' evokes the image of consuming one's own liver, a metaphor for enduring profound emotional suffering. Poetry has embraced this term to express the depths of heartache and the consuming nature of sorrow.

Poets often use 'jigar-khwari' to convey the intensity of unrequited love. It paints a vivid picture of internal turmoil. The term contrasts with lighter expressions of sadness, emphasizing a more consuming, relentless sorrow.

In poetry, 'jigar-khwari' embodies the relentless nature of deep emotional suffering. It is a testament to the endurance of the human heart.