Meaning of
neelofar
नीलोफ़र • نیلوفر
English
water lily; lotus
Hindi
नील कमल; जल कुमुदिनी
Urdu
نیل کمل; جل کُمُدنی
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
gar ye chaudah farvari ka din hai izhaar-e-mohabbat ka so rumi
apni ghazlon ko ghazaala aur neelofar de poori rasm kar lo
1
meri ghazlon men mehkati
gul-e-neelofar bhi hai ab
4
sookhi dharti par jaise neelofar khil aa.e hon
aisa hi lagta hai jab ham unse mil aa.e hon
4
mere zaKHmon ki davaa koi neelofar to nahin
magar KHushboo us ki dil ko kuchh pal raahat deti hai
1
saahil dariyaa saba ghazala neelofar chaai aur ho tanhaaii
sard december ki ik aisi hi shaam chahta hooñ de sakte kya
1
gar ye chaudah farvari ka din hai izhaar-e-mohabbat ka so rumi
apni ghazlon ko ghazaala aur neelofar de poori rasm kar lo
1
meri ghazlon men mehkati
gul-e-neelofar bhi hai ab
4
Nuance
Neelofar evokes the serene beauty of water lilies, floating gracefully on still waters. In poetry, it symbolizes purity, tranquility, and the silent strength of nature. The image of a lotus rising from the depths of water adds a layer of spiritual awakening and resilience.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use Neelofar to depict untouched beauty and spiritual purity. It is a metaphor for resilience amidst adversity. The flower's delicate petals contrast with its strong roots, symbolizing inner strength.
Closing Insight
Neelofar embodies the quiet elegance of nature's resilience. It whispers of beauty that thrives in silence.