The Fundamental Difference Between Metaphor and Symbol
An explanation of the subtle difference between metaphor and symbol; a metaphor is based on observation, whereas a symbol expresses profound knowledge and a multiplicity of meaning.
The Use of Objects in Urdu Poetry: Mir, Nazir, and Akbar Allahabadi
A comparative analysis of the styles of Mir Taqi Mir, Nazir Akbarabadi, and Akbar Allahabadi regarding the use of everyday objects in Urdu poetry.
Ghalib's 'Dasht': An Analysis of a Great Poetic Symbol
In Mirza Ghalib's poetry, the word 'Dasht' (desert) is not merely a metaphor, but a complex and multi-layered symbol of time, space, and the human mind.
Ghazal: A Beautiful Blend of the Self and the Universe
The Ghazal is not merely a poetic genre, but an art of symbolism that encompasses the entire universe through the lens of the self, capable of condensing grand epics into just two lines.
