Meaning of
zaad-e-rah
ज़ाद-ए-रह • زاد رہ
English
provisions for the journey; sustenance for the path
Hindi
यात्रा के लिए सामान; मार्ग के लिए आहार
Urdu
سفر کے لیے سامان; راستے کے لیے خوراک
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
teri ulfat men watan shaad rahenge
teri aab-o-hawa men yaad rahenge
mar ke bhi honge fana teri ana par
teri chaahat men yuñ azaad rahenge
1
tum nazm si azaad rahna chahti ho meri jaañ
par ishq ghazalon ki tarah paabandiyo men hota hai
4
kisi par kyuuñ main paaban
dii lagaaun
jo KHud azaad rahna chahta hooñ
2
teri ulfat men watan shaad rahenge
teri aab-o-hawa men yaad rahenge
mar ke bhi honge fana teri ana par
teri chaahat men yuñ azaad rahenge
1
tum nazm si azaad rahna chahti ho meri jaañ
par ishq ghazalon ki tarah paabandiyo men hota hai
4
Nuance
Originally, this phrase refers to the tangible supplies one carries for a journey. In poetry, it evokes the idea of spiritual or emotional sustenance needed for life's journey, suggesting a deeper quest for meaning and fulfillment.
Poetic Usage
Poets often use this phrase to symbolize the inner resources one must gather for life's challenges. It contrasts with material wealth, emphasizing inner strength and resilience.
Closing Insight
Zaad-e-rah invites reflection on what truly sustains us through life's journey.