Meaning of

shikan-e-zulf-e-butaan

शिकन-ए-ज़ुल्फ़-ए-बुताँ • شکن زلف بتاں

curl of the idol's hair; twist in the beloved's locks

मूर्ति के बालों की लट; प्रिय के बालों की लहर

بت کے بالوں کی شکن; محبوب کی زلفوں کی لہر

Persian

This phrase evokes the image of a beloved's hair, often likened to the intricate curls of an idol's locks. In poetry, it symbolizes the allure and mystery of the beloved, with each curl representing a secret or a charm.

Poets use this phrase to highlight the enigmatic beauty of the beloved's hair, often drawing parallels between the twists and turns of the locks and the complexities of love.

In the gentle curve of 'shikan-e-zulf-e-butaan', one finds the delicate balance between allure and enigma.