Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Piling up things just to feel important puffs a person up, and the more they cling to that puffed-up feeling, the less peace they have.
Set the self-importance down, and a steady, lasting calm arrives — and with it, praise for the One who is real.
Pride is heavy, and setting it down brings lasting peace.
Bikhi-aa kaa Dhan, "poison wealth," is money and things chased for their own sake. It feeds pride. Abhimaan and ahankaar both mean pride, thinking too much of yourself. Doobai na paavai maan — pride makes a person sink, and they never find true honor. It is like trying to swim while carrying a backpack full of rocks.
Then comes the turn: aap chhod sadaa sukh ho-ee — let go of the grip of "I, I, I," and lasting peace comes. Pride is a weight to put down. It is not something to be shamed for.
Have you noticed how much lighter you feel when you stop trying to impress everyone?
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