Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
The sweetest thing to do is speak of the One together, in good company.
Nanak prays: let me never forget the Name, even for a moment. Please bless me with that.
This one says the sweetest thing is to speak of the One together with good people.
The opening Shalok is a short verse that sets the tone. Subh chintan gobind raman nirmal saaDhoo sang — the best thought is speaking of the One in the pure company of the holy. Not alone, and not something grander. Just this: sharing what matters most with others who love it too.
Then a simple prayer: naanak naam na visra-o ik gharhee — Nanak asks never to forget the Name, even for a moment. Kar kirpaa bhagvant — please bless me with this. Think of friends around a campfire, talking about what they love most. That warmth sets the tone for this Chhant, a song about staying awake to what is precious, together, through the night.
What's something good that becomes even better when you share it with others?
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