Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
How could I ever describe the greatness of such true-hearted people? Their depth is beyond my measuring; I can't reach the edge of it.
So this is my prayer: let a little of their spirit touch me. Let me learn even from the dust of their path — the humblest closeness to them.
This one is a prayer to learn from people who are truly good.
This is the closing verse. Santan kee mahimaa kavan vakhaana-o — how could I describe the greatness of the sant? A sant is a true-hearted person who lives close to the One. AgaaDh boDh — their understanding is too deep to measure.
Then comes the prayer: Dhoor santan kee naanak deejai — give Nanak the dust of the saints' feet. The dust of the feet means humble closeness. It is being willing to sit low and learn from good people. It does not mean making yourself feel worthless.
Think of a young player who helps sweep the court just to be near a great coach and pick up what she knows. The wish is to be close enough to learn.
Who is someone so good that just being around them makes you a little better?
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