Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Serving with a full heart brings peace — so keep the One in mind, and steer clear of doing harm.
Look ahead with a little foresight, and play your moves so you come out well in the end. Do the things that truly pay off.
The Pauree gives down-to-earth counsel using the game-image from before: serving brings peace, so keep the One in mind, and — plainly — why do evil deeds that you'll only suffer for? Don't do any evil at all. The wisdom is practical, almost like advice for a game: look ahead with foresight; throw the dice in such a way that you won't lose with your Lord. In other words, think about where your choices lead, and play your moves so they pay off in the end. 'The deeds that bring profit' aren't about money — they're the kind, honest actions that leave you better off inside and welcomed at the end. Play the long game; choose the moves you won't regret.
When you have a choice, how could thinking about where it leads help you choose well?
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