Salok Sheikh Farid, Salok 13 (Mehl 3) — the Beloved is here at every age
Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Farid says: whether your hair is black or gray, our Lord and Master is always here, for anyone who remembers.
This loving devotion does not come by one's own effort, even though everyone longs for it.
This cup of love belongs to our Lord and Master, who gives it to whomever the Master pleases.
The One is near at every age, and love for the One comes as a gift.
This salok is by Guru Amar Das, the third Guru, added in Farid's name to answer the salok before it. Kaalee Dha-ulee saahib sadaa hai: black hair or gray, the Master is always here. Jay ko chit karay: if one remembers.
Love for the One cannot be made by effort alone. Ayhu piram pi-aalaa khasam kaa: this cup of love belongs to the Master, and the Master gives it. Sikhs call this Gurprasad, grace: a gift you receive.
What is something good you received without earning it?
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