Meaning
A wine-jar or pitcher; the larger vessel from which cups are filled in the tavern.
Literally: pitcher, jug
Usage & notes
The sabu is the abundant store against the single cup, an image of plenty in the tavern world. Iqbal draws on this contrast of jar and cup to speak of inexhaustible spiritual supply.
Related words
ARABIC
Mina
The valley near Mecca where pilgrims perform the stoning of the pillars and the sacrifice during the hajj.
PERSIAN
Khum
A large wine-vat or cask in which wine is stored and aged; the great reservoir of the tavern.
PERSIAN
Kuuza
An earthen cup or small pot used for wine or water.
PERSIAN
Sabu-kashi
The drawing or carrying of the wine-jar; the act of dispensing wine from the pitcher.