Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
When I hold the teaching in mind, I keep the One close in my thoughts.
Then something in me grows firm and settled, the way a young tree finally stands strong in the wind.
Keeping the Guru and the One in mind makes us steady.
This is the "Rahao," the pause line at the center of the shabad. Guroo Dhi-aa-ay har charan man cheenHay: I think of the Guru and hold the One's feet in my mind. Holding someone's feet is an old way of showing deep love and respect.
Taa tay kartai asthir keenHay: because of this, the Creator made me asthir, steady and firm.
The steady home in the first verse comes from here. It comes from where we keep our attention. Like a young tree tied to a strong stake, the heart grows firm when it leans on the good.
What is one thing you can keep in mind that helps you stand firm?
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