Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Joining the company of the holy, I gained control over my senses.
Ever since I rid myself of self-conceit, my sufferings have ended. He showered His Mercy and preserved my honor, O my mind.
Good company helps us steer our senses, and letting go of self-importance ends our pain.
SaaDhoo sangmay — joining the company of the holy, the Sangat. Then the senses come under control. The senses are our eyes, ears, tongue, and the rest, always pulling toward the next thing. Picture a team of horses pulling a cart every which way. Good company puts the reins back in your hands.
Jab tay chhutay aap — ever since I let go of my self-conceit. That self-conceit is haumai, the me-first feeling. From then on, the suffering ended.
Both gifts come together. They flow from letting go of haumai among good people. And the One showered mercy and kept my honor safe.
What might settle in you if pride quietly dropped away?
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