Meaning of
shab-e-intezaar
शब-ए-इंतज़ार • شب انتظار
English
night of waiting; night of anticipation
Hindi
प्रतीक्षा की रात; इंतज़ार की रात
Urdu
انتظار کی رات; توقع کی رات
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
kaho to khatm shab-e-intizaar kab hogii
kahii main khatm na ho jaaun isse pahle hi
2
shab-e-intizaar ki kashmakash men na pooch kaise sehar hui
kabhi ik charaaghh jala diya kabhi ik charaaghh bujha diya
25
vasl ki shab intazaari men mare koi yahaañ
aarzoo-e-ishq men kya-kya kare koi yahaañ
baat koi ho labon pe baat unki aa gaii
aur kya ho aankh ko khoo-khoo bhare koi yahaañ
6
kaho to khatm shab-e-intizaar kab hogii
kahii main khatm na ho jaaun isse pahle hi
2
shab-e-intizaar ki kashmakash men na pooch kaise sehar hui
kabhi ik charaaghh jala diya kabhi ik charaaghh bujha diya
25
Nuance
The phrase captures the essence of a night filled with longing and anticipation. In poetry, it evokes the emotional weight of waiting, often for a beloved or a significant event. The night becomes a canvas for dreams and desires, where time stretches and emotions deepen.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use this phrase to explore themes of longing and desire. It can symbolize the emotional journey of waiting. The night is depicted as both a friend and a foe, offering solace yet prolonging the agony of separation.
Closing Insight
In the quiet of the night, waiting becomes a profound experience, rich with emotion and introspection.