Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
There is only One. And the One is found by the True Guru's grace — a gift that is always here, waiting for an open heart.
I come with empty hands, like someone with nothing at all, and You are the One who has everything to give.
Be kind, and give me the Name, so my whole life can stay colored by Your love.
Coming to the Giver with empty hands is honest, not shameful.
Ham bheekhak bhaykhaaree tayray — I am Your poor beggar. Too nij pat hai daataa — You are Your own Master, and the great Giver.
Being a beggar here means being honest that we have nothing to bring to grace. It is not about shame. Think of a little child holding out both hands for a snack. There is no pretending, only trust. The one thing asked for is naam dayh, give me the Name. Then the heart stays rang raataa, dyed through with love.
Is it easier for you to give help or to ask for it? Why do you think that is?
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