Translation by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa
The Lord Himself, the Life of the World, is the Giver of Peace. He Himself forgives, and unites with Himself.
So what about all these poor beings and creatures? What can anyone say?
He Himself blesses the Gurmukh with glory. He Himself enjoins us to His Service.
The theological humility of this pauri is striking: in bichaare jee kiaa kahai — "what can these poor beings say?" In the face of the divine's complete sovereignty, the creatures have nothing to add. They are completely dependent.
This is not resignation but relief: the divine who is the Life of the World (jag jeevan) is also the one who forgives (bakhas) and unites (milaa-ay). The same sovereignty that makes us helpless is also what ensures we are cared for.
Does the idea that you're not in control make you anxious, or does it comfort you? What would it take to feel the comfort in it?
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