Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Whoever gives themselves to the One crosses safely to the far shore. Turned toward the teaching, such a person doesn't just save themselves — they help carry the whole world across.
Whoever serves the One crosses to the far shore, and helps carry the whole world across too.
Jin sayvi-aa so paar pari-o — whoever serves crosses over to the other side. Jan naanak gurmukh jagat tari-o — servant Nanak says, the gurmukh, the one turned toward the teaching, carries the world across.
The song ends on its widest note. The person dyed through with love does not escape alone. They help others across too. Think of a strong swimmer who helps friends reach the shore. This is the saint who lives among family and neighbors and blesses the whole community.
How could becoming your best self actually help the people around you?
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