Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
The One is the Guru, showing the way, and the One is the caretaker, feeding and holding you.
Nanak says: I ask only for the dust at the feet of the holy people.
The same One both guides us and takes care of us.
Aapay satgur aapay partipaal — the One is the True Guru who shows the way, and also the partipaal, the one who feeds us and looks after us. It is like a parent who helps with homework and also packs your lunch.
Naanak jaachai saaDh ravaal — Nanak asks for the dust from the feet of the holy. This is a picture of deep humility. It means: I only want to walk behind the Guru's people and let their goodness rub off on me. This humility is about wanting to learn.
Who both guides you and takes care of you?
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