Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
The One gave you eyes to see and ears to hear.
The One gave you hands to work with, a nose and a tongue.
The One gave you feet to walk on, and your head held high like a crown.
O mind, bow at the feet of that Master.
Your body, from head to toe, is a gift, and every part of it points back to the Giver.
Paykhan ka-o naytar — eyes to see. Sunan ka-o karnaa — ears to hear. Then hands to work, a nose and a tongue, feet to walk, and the head at the very top.
Try this at the table. Wiggle your fingers. Taste something sweet. Listen for a sound in the room. Each of these works quietly all day, and we hardly ever say thanks.
Man tis thaakur kay poojahu pairaa — O mind, bow at the feet of that Master. Bowing at someone's feet is a way of showing deep love and respect. Here it means keeping the Giver close in your heart.
Which part of your body are you most thankful to have today?
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