Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
The Guru laid a steadying hand on my forehead. Then I saw the One, and my eyes were finally satisfied.
Nanak says, I have found a peace too big to measure. The old fear of beginnings and endings lifted and floated away.
The Guru's hand rests on my forehead, and a deep peace comes. The fear of birth and death lifts away.
Gur kar Dhaaray mayrai maathay means the Guru placed a hand on my forehead. It is a sign of blessing and comfort. Think of a parent resting a hand on a child's head at bedtime. No words are needed. You just feel safe.
Atul sukh means a peace too big to measure. Janam maran bhai means the fear of birth and death, which can cast a shadow over life. That fear does not leave because someone wins an argument. It leaves because of a felt safety — a hand on the head.
When has a simple, steadying touch or word from someone made a big fear feel smaller?
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