Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
I rest in the care of what's wise and true,
and being near good, humble people makes my heart clean.
Staying close to wise, humble people makes your heart clean.
Tayree saran satgur mayray pooray: I come to Your shelter, my perfect True Guru, the wise teacher. Man nirmal ho-ay santaa dhooray: my mind becomes clean through the dust of the saints' feet.
The "dust of the feet" is an old picture of humility. It means being willing to learn from good people, even from the lowest place. Think of standing next to a friend who is always calm. Some of that calm rubs off on you.
Raag Wadahans often puts these two together. Rest in wisdom, and keep good, humble company. Both help the heart get clean.
Who helps make your heart feel clean and clear just by being around them?
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