Meaning of
zark
ज़र्क़ • زرق
English
glitter; splendor; showiness
Hindi
चमक; वैभव; दिखावा
Urdu
چمک; شان و شوکت; دکھاوا
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
na banjar dekhi jaati hai na zarkhez
ye jo ham ne zameen chhodi hui hai
1
na tanhaaii sahi jaa.e na ruswaai sahi jaa.e
adhar men zindagi hai ye mohabbat kaise guzarkar
3
miTTi tumhaare hijr ki zarkhez ho gaii
ab she'r ugne lag ga.e dil ki zameen par
2
na banjar dekhi jaati hai na zarkhez
ye jo ham ne zameen chhodi hui hai
1
na tanhaaii sahi jaa.e na ruswaai sahi jaa.e
adhar men zindagi hai ye mohabbat kaise guzarkar
3
Nuance
In its original sense, 'zark' refers to the dazzling shine or glitter that catches the eye. In poetry, it often symbolizes the allure of material wealth or the superficial beauty that can captivate but also deceive.
Poetic Usage
Poets use 'zark' to evoke the tension between appearance and reality. It can represent the fleeting nature of beauty or the seductive power of wealth. Often contrasted with inner truth or simplicity.
Closing Insight
Zark reminds us of the shimmering illusions that life presents. Its poetic essence lies in the dance of light and shadow.