This is the 16572nd most frequent Korean word.
사막의
"Of the desert."
Specifies possession ('of the desert') assigning characteristics to the night.
사막의 밤은 춥고 고요하다.
The night in the desert is cold and quiet.
Indicates possession ('of the desert') describing its beauty.
사막의 아름다움은 독특하다.
The beauty of the desert is unique.
Refers to possession ('of the desert') describing the sand.