Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
I cannot perform the worship, nor offer the flowers.
Ravi Daas asks: what, then, will become of me?
Faith means trusting mercy, not making a deal.
poojaa archaa aahi na toree — I cannot worship You or offer You flowers. kahi ravidaas kavan gat moree — Ravi Daas asks, what will become of me? The shabad ends with a tender, open question, not loud certainty.
Ravi Daas has let go of ritual and offered only himself. Now he stands humble, leaning fully on grace. This is very honest. The gift of himself is real, but he does not claim a guarantee. He leaves the result in the One's hands.
Think of planting a seed. You do your part, then you trust the sun and rain. The empty-handed worshipper waits, hopeful and humble.
Could you offer your best, honestly, and then leave the outcome in trust rather than demanding a guarantee?
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