Meaning of
shehnai
शहनाई • شہنائی
English
a type of musical instrument; associated with weddings
Hindi
एक प्रकार का वाद्य यंत्र; शादियों से जुड़ा
Urdu
ایک قسم کا ساز; شادیوں سے منسلک
Origin
Persian
Ash'aar
shehnaaiyaan barbaadiyaan tanhaaiyaan
pahli hai us kii aur baqi ishq kii
4
shor ki is bheed men KHaamosh tanhaaii si tum
zindagi hai dhoop to mad-mast purvaai si tum
chahe mehfil men rahoon chahe akelaa men rahoon
goonjti rahtii ho mujh men shokh shehnai si tum
49
ik doobti dhadkan ki sadaa log na sun len
kuchh der ko bajne do ye shehnai zaraa aur
28
shehnaaiyaan barbaadiyaan tanhaaiyaan
pahli hai us kii aur baqi ishq kii
4
shor ki is bheed men KHaamosh tanhaaii si tum
zindagi hai dhoop to mad-mast purvaai si tum
chahe mehfil men rahoon chahe akelaa men rahoon
goonjti rahtii ho mujh men shokh shehnai si tum
49
Nuance
The 'shehnai' is a musical instrument that carries with it the essence of celebration and joy. Traditionally played at weddings and auspicious occasions, it evokes a sense of festivity and new beginnings.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use 'shehnai' to symbolize the joyous union of souls. It is a metaphor for harmony and the sweet music of life. It contrasts with silence, bringing forth the vibrancy of celebration.
Closing Insight
Shehnai resonates with the melodies of life, a herald of joy and unity. It is the sound of hearts coming together.