LessonsThe Dimyāṭī Maqāmah: Neighbours, Companions and Generous ConductQuiz

«وَأَغْمُرُ الزَّمِيلَ بِالْجَمِيلِ»
I shower a fellow traveller with kindness.

Al-zamīl is a companion on the road; al-jamīl is beautiful conduct, goodness or favour. Aghmuru conveys covering or overwhelming, suggesting benefits so plentiful that they surround the companion.

The line depicts abundant practical generosity rather than a vague benevolent feeling. The similar ending of zamīl and jamīl contributes to its memorable cadence.

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Overwhelming a fellow traveller with kindness

The Dimyāṭī Maqāmah: Neighbours, Companions and Generous Conduct

«وَأَغْمُرُ الزَّمِيلَ بِالْجَمِيلِ»
I shower a fellow traveller with kindness.

Al-zamīl is a companion on the road; al-jamīl is beautiful conduct, goodness or favour. Aghmuru conveys covering or overwhelming, suggesting benefits so plentiful that they surround the companion.

The line depicts abundant practical generosity rather than a vague benevolent feeling. The similar ending of zamīl and jamīl contributes to its memorable cadence.