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Taraazu

तराज़ू
also written: Tarazu
Meaning

A weighing balance or scales.

How Iqbal uses it

Everyday trade word; the balance is a classic symbol of justice and fair dealing.

See it in the verse

Taraazu in Iqbal’s couplets

Sai-e-paiham hai taraazu-e-kam-o-kaif-e-hayat
Teri mizan hai shumar-e-sahar-o-sham abhi
Ceaseless striving is the true scale for the measure and quality of a life; you, so far, still weigh life by the count of mornings and evenings.
Action · Aspiration · Restlessness
Related words
URDU

Baat

A thing said; a matter, point, or word of speech.

ARABIC

Qeemat

Price, cost, or value.

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