کلامِ عباس تابش میں استعاراتی و علامتی اظہار کی فکری وفنی جمالیات

Abstract

This article explores the metaphorical system and symbolic expression used in the poetry of renowned modern Urdu poet Abbas Tabish. For Tabish, metaphors are not merely aesthetic devices but tools for intellectual provocation and cultural awareness. Abbas Tabish reinterprets traditional vocabulary with fresh meaning, bringing originality to themes of love and beauty while also illuminating the complex relationships between man, society, and time. His poetic style is metaphorical, symbolic, and visual, demonstrating both intellectual depth and creative innovation. The study highlights how Tabish’s expression is not only emotionally charged but also offers a philosophical narrative, prompting readers to reflect deeply on themes like love, separation, time, and human existence.