Meaning of

wealth; riches; material possessions

धन; दौलत; भौतिक संपत्ति

دولت; مال و دولت; مادی اثاثے

Persian

In its original sense, zar-o-maal refers to tangible wealth and possessions. In poetry, it often symbolizes the transient nature of material wealth, contrasting with spiritual or emotional richness.

Poets use zar-o-maal to critique materialism. It evokes the fleeting nature of wealth. It contrasts with inner richness or spiritual fulfillment.

Zar-o-maal reminds us of the ephemeral nature of worldly possessions. True wealth lies beyond the material.