Arabic · noun · Spirit & the Divine

Dalq

दल्क़

Meaning

A dervish's ragged, patched cloak of coarse wool.

Literally: patched cloak

Usage & notes

The dalq is the badge of poverty embraced for God's sake, set against the wine-house where its wearer may yet be found.

Related words

The patched woollen cloak of a Sufi, bestowed by a master as a mark of initiation.

Spiritual poverty; the dervish's chosen detachment from wealth and power.