Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Someone in my family used to be known only for wealth and worldly status.
But now she's known by a far better name: a devoted servant of the One.
Kabir tells a small, happy family story: someone got a new name, and the new name is the better one.
A woman in the household used to be called Dhannia, "the woman of wealth." People knew her for her money and her standing. Now she has turned to love of the One. So now she is called Raam-jannia, "a servant of the One."
Her whole way of being known has changed. Before, it was about riches. Now, it is about the heart.
Some people might see that as a step down. She gave up a proud name. Kabir sees it as a step up. Think of a school yearbook. One student is remembered for the fancy shoes. Another is remembered as the kid who was kind to everyone. Which would you rather be?
What you are truly known for is the real measure of who you are. The better name is always the loving one.
Would you rather be known for what you own, or for the kind of heart you have?
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