Sév
Love, Affection, Caring Deeply
(Proto-Turkic and Altaic)
Standard Definition:
A love that expresses itself in care, in attention, in quiet devotion.
Poetic Meaning:
The love that watches over, that holds steady, that does not falter even in silence.
Storytelling Etymology:
From Proto-Turkic Sév, this word evolved into modern Turkish sevmek (to love) and Uyghur sevgü (affection). It suggests love as an action, as care.
Cultural Context & Symbolism:
In nomadic cultures, love was often expressed through action—ensuring warmth, food, and safety for others.
Poem:
To love is to watch, to hold, to stay,
Not in words, but in deeds each day.
Reflection:
Love is what we do, not just what we say.
