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kaalbad(m): shape

Description of kaalbad: The Urdu word kaalbad refers to an inauspicious or unlucky time period, particularly in Vedic astrology contexts. It denotes a span of approximately ninety minutes occurring daily between sunrise and sunset, traditionally considered unfavorable for commencing important activities or undertakings. Unlike auspicious moments celebrated in spiritual practices, kaalbad represents periods to be avoided. Differs from general time measurement, as it carries specific astrological significance rooted in Hindu cosmological beliefs. In

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jis bazm mein tu naaz se guftaar mein aawe

jaan kaalbad-e-soorat-e-deewar

mein aawe

in the gathering where you come

speaking with grace

life takes form

and appears all around

Mirza Ghalib (63)

soorat (f) (5)

face, in the form of

bazm (m) (12)

assembly, gathering

naaz (m) (6)

grace, pride, hauteur

guftaar (m) (5)

speech, speaking

jaan (m) (16)

life, strength / beloved

kaalbad (m) (1)

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