Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
Sometimes we forget to remember the One at all. We are tricked into thinking we have endless time, but every life has its own length.
We can take wonderful care of our bodies, and we should. Yet even the best-cared-for life lasts exactly as long as it is meant to, no more.
Knowing that makes each ordinary day feel precious, not frightening.
Life has a set length, and that makes today precious.
Raam na japahu kavan bharam bhoolay: you do not remember the One, so what doubt has fooled you? Then comes an honest fact: tum tay kaal na dooray, death is not far from you. Kabir says it to wake us up, not to scare us.
We can take great care of our bodies. Still, rahai avasthaa pooray: the body lasts only until its time is full. Think of a library book. You can keep it neat and safe, but it has a due date. Knowing that, you read it now instead of someday.
The teaching stays urgent, but the tone is warm. Knowing life has limits can make us more grateful, not more afraid.
If you really felt how precious today is, what would you do with it?
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