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tahqeeq(m): scrutiny, research

Description of tahqeeq: Tahqeeq is an Urdu word meaning thorough investigation, research, or scholarly inquiry into a subject, often involving verification of facts or texts. Unlike casual questioning, it demands systematic analysis and evidence gathering for reliable conclusions. Differs from superficial search by emphasizing depth, authenticity, and critical validation. In literary usage, poets employ tahqeeq to probe life's mysteries, as in Ghalib's verses unveiling truth's essence through rigorous contemplation.

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tahqeeq ki nazar se aakhir koon ham ne dekha

aksar hain maal waale

kum hain kamaal waale

after deep scrutiny

we discovered this truth

there are many with wealth

but few with true excellence

Siraj Aurangabadi (4)

tahqeeq (m) (1)

scrutiny, research

nazar (f) (32)

perspective, sight

aakhir (4)

alas, afterall

koon (m) (3)

poetic form of ko

aksar (7)

often

maal (m) (3)

treasure, goods

kamaal (m) (3)

feat, wonder

Theme: Friends, Family, & Community (139)

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Heart, Mind, & Memory (66)

Home, Country, & Belonging (30)

Voice, Expression, & Language (78)

Friends, Family, & Community (139)

Love, Passion, and Longing (113)

Loneliness, Separation, & Grief (118)

Grit, Resilience, & Courage (58)

Miscellany (44)

Oppression, Rebellion, & Freedom (61)

Quest, Journey, & Destination (54)

Religion, Reason, & Tradition (70)

Creativity, Philosophy, & Enlightenment (40)

Beauty, Charm, & Union (109)

Hopes, Aspirations, & Dreams (37)

Life, Learning, & Living (127)

Nature, World & Universe (50)

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