By the touch of philosopher’s stone - Paaras sang paras kay

              Paaras kai sang paras kay Kanchan bhayi talvaar

               Tulasi teenon na mitay- Dhaar, Maar, Aakar 

“By the touch of the philosopher’s stone, the sword turns into gold.
But, says Tulsidas, its sharpness, its edge, and its form remain unchanged.”

Through this couplet, Sant Tulsidas—the revered composer of the Ramcharitmanas—brings forth a profound truth about spiritual life.

(This example is drawn from an old belief found in many ancient legends - not only in Indian traditions but also in Western legends, Greek mythology, and Arabic literature—that any metal that came in contact with Paras or the philosopher’s stone would turn into gold. 

Greek mythology and Arabic literature also talk about the miraculous waters like Aab-e-Zamzam.)

By using this analogy as an illustration, Sant Tulsidas says:
An iron sword, when touched by the philosopher’s stone, transforms into gold, but its form and qualities do not change.
Despite this transformation, its original form and qualities - its sharpness and functionality remain the same.

Of course, it becomes brighter, its value multiplies, and it becomes attractive and admirable.
But its form does not change—nor does its razor-sharp edge, nor its destructive quality.
Even though it is now gold, it still has the capacity to wound. 

It retains the potential to injure anyone who crosses its path.
If anyone tries to press it down, obstruct it, or stand in its way, it can still cut through.
It is still a sword, with the same sharp edge, the same cutting power, and the same destructive ability.

Similarly, when a person gains knowledge, attains Gyana, comes in contact with satsang and the holy company of saints, their life may become brighter. 

They may gain honor, respect, fame, and success.
But a person’s innate nature rarely changes.
Those who are naturally humble remain humble.
And those who are filled with pride and arrogance continue to display the same tendencies, even in spiritual circles.
Those who have an inherent desire to lead and display themselves continue to seek recognition even in spiritual realms. They always strive to stay ahead of others and control everything around them.

This raises a question:
Does human nature never change?

In the next couplet, Saint Tulsidas gives a solution:

                 Gyan Hathauda jehi milay - Satguru milay Sunaar

                    Tulasi teenon mit gaye - Dhaar, Maar, Aakar 

“With the hammer of wisdom and the guidance of a true Guru,
The sharpness, the edge, and the form of the sword can all be reshaped.”

A sword’s edge and form can be changed by repeated hammering.
It can be reshaped into a golden pot, golden jewelry, or a golden sculpture.
The constant striking of the hammer not only transforms its form and appearance but also its destructive qualities.

Similarly, listening to the words of saints repeatedly, reflecting upon them deeply, and allowing wisdom to penetrate the heart, works like the hammer that slowly reshapes human nature. 

But the change will come only if the blows of knowledge strike the heart, not just the ears.

The transformation can happen only if the words of wisdom do not merely fall upon the ears but strike deeply into the heart - 
Otherwise, no real transformation takes place.
                              " Rajan Sachdeva "

Note:

Interestingly, it's called the Philosopher's stone - meaning it's a philosophical metaphor rather than a physical reality.

Hidden Balance of Invisible Life

After we withdraw money from our bank account, we are shown the remaining balance.

When we use a credit card, we are informed of our available spending limit—how much more we can spend before reaching the limit.

All financial transactions come with a statement, a record, and a clear limit.

But time — the most precious currency of all — is different. 

Time is the only currency we spend without ever knowing our balance.

We spend it every single moment, yet no statement is ever shown.

It is silently deducted every moment, yet no balance is ever revealed. 

We are never told how much time is left in our life's account. 

There is no statement, no alert, no reminder of the remaining balance.

We never truly know how much time is left in our account of life.

This is what makes time the most valuable and fragile - far more valuable than money.

Because, unlike money, time can never be earned back, borrowed, or replaced.

However, while we do not know our remaining balance, we do know one thing:

 ' The account is not infinite. '

And once the balance reaches zero, no extension is granted.

Therefore, we must spend it wisely and mindfully — on things that matter, on people who matter, and on actions that bring meaning.

The time that has passed is gone forever. 

It is more important now to see how we choose to spend the unseen remaining balance and make our lives worthwhile. 

                                           " Rajan Sachdeva " 

Happy Teacher's Day

                                    The influence of a good teacher can never be erased

An awe-inspiring teacher is hard to find, difficult to part with, and impossible to forget.

Teachers have a direct impact on their students. They love educating students.

They strive to educate - inspire the students to learn more and to induce positive changes in their lives. 

From the first day of school to the end of our academic education, we all learn from many different teachers.

However, there are just a few who cling to our memory for the rest of our lives.

Because they take personal interest and responsibility for our progress.

Teachers help build the characteristics of an individual, a society, and a nation.

The teacher is a candle that burns itself and gives light to others.

They take the hands of the students, open their minds, and touch their hearts.

Such heartful teachers become role models for the students.

That is why, in ancient Indian traditions, the teacher or the Guru was given the utmost respect and highest honor by society.

           Gurur Brahma, Gurur Vishnu, Gururdevo Maheshvaraa

           GururPaarbrahma Parmeshvar, Tasmai Shri Guruvay Namah

                                                              (Guru Geeta)

Guru Eeshar, Guru Gorakh Brahmaa, Guru Paarvati maai

                                               (Japuji Sahib)

Mother, Father, and the Guru were given the status of God ij Indian cultures.

                   "Matri Devo Bhavah - Pitri Devo Bhavah - Gurur Devo Bhavah"

The great Gurus - the good teachers do not simply teach -

They plant the seeds of knowledge in the minds of their disciples and students that last a lifetime.

They guide and support the disciples personally at every step to understand - to apprehend the subject thoroughly and inspire them to improve and rise to such heights where the sky is the limit.

Find a great teacher - a Guru - who will help you personally - by guiding you at each step of your life on a personal level - answering all your questions and removing any doubts that you might have.

A proficient and experienced teacher will never tell you to stop asking questions, to stay quiet or be withdrawn, and believe every word without any doubt whatsoever.

Good teachers will always encourage you to ask questions until you are fully satisfied.

Because the teachers who are indeed wise do not advise you to simply enter the house of their wisdom. 

They lead you to the threshold of your own mind.

Great Gurus and Good teachers encourage their students to become as knowledgeable as, or even better than, them.

Real Gurus or Good teachers never become jealous of their students.

In fact, they feel proud of their students if they rise and become even better than the teachers.

There is a beautiful prayer in Yajur Veda - also found in Taittarey, Mandukya, and Shvetashvatara Upanishads - which explains the beautiful relationship between the Guru and the Shishya - the teacher and the disciple.

It says:

                  ॐ सह नाववतु - सह नौ भुनक्तु - सह वीर्यं करवावहै

                                 तेजस्विनावधीतमस्तु मा विद्विषावहै

                                     ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः

           Om Seh Nau-Avatu Seh Nau Bhunaktu

                     Seh Veeryam Karavaavahai

      Tejasvi Naav-Adhiitam-Astu Maa Vidvishaavahai

Meaning: May the Brahman (Almighty Lord) protect us both (Teacher & Disciple);

May He nourish us both;

May we both work in harmony with great vigor;

May our study be illuminating and fruitful.

May we - Guru and Shishya - the teacher and disciple - never be jealous of each other.

Millions of people all over the world acknowledge and honor this day by celebrating it in different ways. However, the greatest tribute to them would be to learn, understand, and adapt their teachings in our lives.

And the most important thing for teachers is that they should engage, motivate, and inspire students to learn.

I was fortunate to have a few such great teachers in my life, who not only helped me in my professional career as a teacher, but helped me in every sphere of my life, to broaden my horizons, to remove the walls of narrowmindedness, to get out of the limited, confined space, and become open and broad-minded and think universally.

My salutations and attributes to all my such teachers - all my Gurus, who helped me personally to be what I am today.

Let's appreciate the vital role that teachers play in shaping our future.

                 The influence of a good teacher can never be erased.

                                                      'Rajan Sachdeva' 

झूठ चाहे धीरे से ही बोलो - If we whisper a lie

ये कलियुग है जनाब —
झूठ चाहे धीरे से ही बोलो 
               तो भी सब सुन लेंगे 

और सच अगर चिल्ला-चिल्लाकर भी कहो
तो भी कोई सुनने वाला नहीं मिलेगा।
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Ye Kaliyug hai Janaab 

Jhooth chahay dheeray say hee kaho
           to bhi sab sun lengay

Aur Sach agar chilla chilla kay bhi kaho
to bhi koyi sunanay waala nahin milega.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Such is the age we live in, my friends —
Whisper a lie, and it will echo everywhere.
Gossip, even when spoken softly, spreads swiftly among the masses.

But the truth, no matter how loudly it is proclaimed - 
hardly finds anyone willing to listen.

ख़ामोशी ही बेहतर है - Khamoshi hee behtar hai - Silence is Better

आज सच कोई सुनने को तैयार कहां है 

ख़ामोशी ही बेहतर है इस दौर में 'राजन'

       ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Aaj Sach koyi sunanay ko taiyyar kahan hai 

Khamoshi hee behtar hai is daur me 'Rajan'

             ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

No one is truly willing to listen to the truth these days 

In today’s world, silence is better and a wiser choice. 

Jay tu aql-lateef hain - kaalay likh na lekh

                        Fareeda jay tu aql lateef hain, kaalay likh na lekh 

                        Apanday girahbaan mein moonh neevaan kar dekh 

                                                              (Sheikh Farid)

Sheikh Farid says:
If you are truly wise and intelligent, then do not write or speak ill of others.
Instead, lower your head and look within your own garment - look within yourself.

We often delight in pointing out the faults of others and in criticizing them. 

We even take pleasure in it.

But, Sheikh Farid reminds us that if you are truly wise, do not indulge in slander.
Instead, turn your gaze inward. 

Look within yourself and you may discover that the very same flaws, or perhaps even greater ones, might be hidden within yourself as well.

True wisdom is to recognize our own flaws and shortcomings before we speak of the faults of others and criticize them.

                                             " Rajan Sachdeva "

We interpret everything according to our own perception

We hear many things in life, but we do not hear them as they are—we hear them as we are.
Every word is filtered through our own perception and understanding.

We listen to everything and interpret it according to our own perception - our own understanding, and our current state of mind.

Take the example of Lord Krishna’s Updesh in the Bhagavad Geeta.
Three people heard it: Arjun, Dhritrashtra, and Sanjay.

At the end of the dialogue, Arjun bowed down and said:
                   Nashto Moha— Smriti Labdha Tvat Prasadaat Maya Achyuta

                   Sthito asmi Gata-Sandeha Krishaye Vachanam Tava 

                                (Bhagavd Geeta Chapter 18 - verse 73)

      O Krishna - By Your grace my delusion is dispelled, and I am transformed. 

      I am situated in knowledge and I am now free from doubts. 

      I shall act according to Your instructions.

But Dhritarashtra had a different view. 

To him, Krishna was cunning.
He thought Arjun was ready to give up - ready to renounce the battle, but Krishna cunningly persuaded him to fight.

And Sanjay narrated the entire conversation between Krishn and Arjun - and all the teachings of the Gita to Dhritarashtra - but himself remained unmoved and unaffected.

Nothing touched him, nothing changed for him.

The same message.

The same words.
Yet, three entirely different outcomes.

For one, Krishna was the liberator.

For another, He was manipulative.
For the third, it made no difference at all. 

This shows that the understanding and usefulness of Gyana—knowledge—depends on the receiver. 

Its power does not lie in the words alone but in the heart and mind that receives it.

This is the true nature of Gyana—knowledge. 
How one receives Gyana is more important than the Gyana itself.
Its meaning and usefulness in life depend entirely on the listener’s or reciever’s perception.
                                                     " Rajan Sachdeva "

Happy Ganesha Chaturthi & Symbolism of Lord Ganesha

 Lord Ganesh, also known as Ganapati is one of the most well-known Hindu deities.

Lord Ganesha is revered as the Lord of Beginnings and Good Fortune, and the Remover of Obstacles.

Ignorantly translated as the “Elephant God”, he is sometimes seen in the Western world as a strange phenomenon. Yet, these deities are not to be taken literally as the images show. 

The colors, markings, features, and objects surrounding them are deeply symbolic, carrying profound lessons for both the outer world and the inner journey.

                                      The Symbolism of Lord Ganesha

By paying close attention to this symbolism, we can uncover the hidden wisdom behind these seemingly unusual depictions.

The name itself carries meaning: 

Ganesha (Gan + Esha) → Lord of the People

Ganpati (Gan + Pati) → Leader of the People

Like other Hindu deities, the image of Ganesha reflects timeless truths—about leadership in society and about the discipline needed for spiritual realization.

                                       Ganpati’s Symbolism in the Physical World

                

In the worldly sense, Ganpati represents the qualities of a great leader—someone who safeguards society, removes obstacles, and leads with strength and compassion.

Elephant Head - A symbol of strength, confidence, and protection. 

Large Head: Intelligence and the ability to think beyond the ordinary. 

Small Mouth & Large Ears: Speak less, listen more.

Small Eyes: Overlook followers’ shortcomings, while staying focused.  

One Tusk: Work for a single purpose—the welfare of others. 

Large Stomach: The ability to keep secrets, and to “digest” both praise and criticism without complaint.

Flexible Trunk: A leader’s adaptability and far-reaching ability. 

Four Hands -  Tools of Leadership 

Rope     -   Uplift people from suffering toward prosperity. 

Axe       - Remove harmful elements and false traditions. 

Bowl of Sweets  - Promise of fruitful results and rewards of effort. 

Blessing Mudra  -  Assurance of protection and guidance. 

Mouse as His Vehicle  - The mouse represents greed and the tendency to steal. 

By keeping the mouse under control, Ganpati symbolizes a true leader’s ability to restrain such harmful tendencies in society.

                                   Ganesh as a Symbol of Inner Spirituality

On the spiritual path, Ganesha represents the Mind—the lord of the senses (the five organs of perception and the five organs of action). 

Each part of his form carries guidance for seekers of Truth.

Large Head - Wisdom and deep thinking (Gyaan and Vichar Shakti). 

Small Mouth & Large Ears - Practice silence (Mauna) and listen deeply (Shravana). 

Small Eyes - Concentration and one-pointed focus, ignoring the faults of others. 

One Tusk (Ek Dant) - Retain only the positive; discard negativity.

Large Stomach - Capacity to endure both pleasure and pain with equanimity. 

Four Hands – Tools of Spiritual Growth

Rope - Pull oneself out of negativity, toward liberation.  

Axe - Cut attachments to the impermanent world. 

Bowl of Sweets - Retain only the sweet, positive aspects of life. 

Blessing Mudra - Fearlessness (Abhaya) in the spiritual journey.

                                      Mouse Under His Foot

The mouse symbolizes greed and selfish desire. 

A true seeker keeps these impulses under control, living with simplicity, honesty, and purity.

The imagery of Lord Ganesha is not meant to be taken at face value. 

These symbols teach us how to lead wisely in the outer world and how to progress inwardly toward liberation.

May we strive to see the Truth hidden in scriptures, traditions, and rituals — 

Not blindly following or mocking them, but understanding and living their wisdom.

                                                " Rajan Sachdeva "

Namaskar -- an expression of love and reverence

Namaskar is an expression of love and reverence. 

When we fold our hands in Namaskar or bow to touch someone’s feet, it reflects our humility and respect for the other person.

But if we do it with the expectation that the other person must do the same in return, the essence of that Namaskar is lost.

A true Namaskar arises from pure love and respect — not from expectation, or as a mere formality.

To demand the same response in return is ego - not love.

                         " Rajan Sachdeva "

पैसा बोलता है - Paisaa Boltaa hai (Money Talks)

कहते हैं कि  " पैसा बोलता है " 

लेकिन देखा जाए तो - 

पैसा सिर्फ बोलता ही नहीं है 

     - - ये दूसरों की बोलती बंद भी कर देता है 

           ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

                   Roman script

Kehtay hain ki "Paisaa boltaa hai" 

Lekin dekhaa jaaye to - 

Paisa sirf boltaa hee nahin hai - 

         Ye doosaron ki bolti band bhee kar deta hai 

      ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

English translation:

It is said that "Money talks"

But if you look closely -

Money not only talks

       It can silence others as well.  

अकेले रह जाने का ख़ौफ़ Fear of being alone (Akelay reh jaanay ka Khauf)

हम अकेले रह जाने के ख़ौफ़ से 

अक़्सर नाक़दरों से बंधे रह जाते हैं 

         ~~~~~~~~~~~~

Ham akelay reh jaanay kay khauf say 

Aqsar na-qadron say bandhay reh jaatay hain 

       ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Translation:

Out of the fear of being left alone,

We often remain tied to the unworthy

    (who do not appreciate or value us) 

It's easy to find fault in others

It is easy to find fault in others -

The real test of wisdom is recognizing our own faults. 

Criticizing and condemning others is not hard. 

Anyone can do it.

Acknowledging our own follies is the hardest thing to do.

As Sadguru Kabeer ji reminds us:

              "Bura jo dekham main chala, buraa na milleya koye

               Jo tan dekhaa apunaa, to mujh say bura na koye"

                                                  "

“I went out in search of the bad in others – I found none.

But when I looked within myself, I saw none worse than me.”

It takes great strength and courage to turn inward - 

to admit our own follies 

and have the humility to correct them.

                     " Rajan Sachdeva"

साहिल पे बैठा सोच रहा हूं While Sitting on the shore

साहिल पे बैठा 

मैं ये सोच रहा हूं .....

कौन ज़्यादा मजबूर है?

ये किनारा....

जो चल नहीं सकता? 

या वो लहर ....

जो ठहर नहीं सकती?

      ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Saahil pay baitha 

main ye soch raha hoon ....

Kaun zyaada majboor hai?

ye kinaara 

jo chal nahin saktaa?

Ya vo lehar 

Jo thehar nahin sakti?

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                 English translation

Sitting on the shore,

I am wondering  —

Who is more helpless?

This shore...

That cannot move?

or that wave...

That cannot stay still?  

One day, we will too..... Ek din ham bhi ....

During the recent visit of Respected Raj Mami ji and Narinder Mama ji to Chicago, we almost continually talked about Bhapa Ram Chand ji Maharaj.

And in those heartfelt conversations, a thought kept echoing in my mind...

How rare and blessed are those souls who, even long after they have physically departed, continue to live vividly in the hearts and thoughts of those who knew them.

Bhapa Ram Chand ji was one such divine soul — a presence so pure, so deeply rooted in devotion and humility, that even time cannot fade his imprint.

His simplicity, his loving nature, his calm presence, and wisdom — they all left an unspoken mark on every life he touched. 

As we shared memories, stories, and small moments we had witnessed, it felt as if he was with us — smiling gently, listening quietly, and silently blessing. 

There was a certain energy and peace in remembering him. 

It reminded us that true saints don’t just live in time — they live beyond time.

Their lives are not just remembered — they become living guidance for generations to come.

And remembering them — talking about them — is our way of staying close to them.

Of keeping their light alive in our hearts. 

However, it also made me think - -

What about us? 

What about me?

            "Ek din ham bhi kahaani ban kay hee reh jayengay 

              Par Kahaani aesi ho - ki log dohraatay rahen 

              Chehray ka hai kya - Vo to maati me mil jaayega

              Baaten meri 'Rajan' - log suntay sunaatay rahen"

One day, we too will become just a story —

But let it be a story worth retelling, again and again.

What’s in a face? It will turn to dust one day. 

Let it be my words, Rajan, that people keep listening to... and passing on. 

                     " Rajan Sachdeva "

Na tha kuchh to Khuda tha - (When there was nothing)

Na tha kuchh to Khuda tha kuchh na hota to Khuda hota

Duboya mujh ko honay nay na hota main to kya hota 

                    " Mirza Ghalib "

         Summary 

When there was nothing —

No universe, no space, no time —

There was only Khuda - Bhagwan - Ishwar.

And when nothing will remain —

No forms, no names, no cosmos —

There will still be only 'That' - Khuda or Ishwar.

In the Sanatan Hindu scriptures, this state is called Shunya —

Or Khalu — the void beyond perception.

         "Sarvam Khalu idam Brahm" (Chhandogya Upanishad) 

Khaali is the Persian equivalent of Khalu that carries the same essence: emptiness.

.

It is only our aham — the sense of “I” —

That clouds the truth,

That binds us in delusion and sorrow.

                   "Ham to Poorn Brahm thay jo Main na hoti beech"

"We were the complete Brahman,

If only…the sense of  'I' had not come in between."

                               " Rajan Sachdeva 

सुख मांगने से नहीं मिलता Happiness doesn't come by asking

सुख तो सुबह की तरह होता है 

मांगने से नहीं -- 

जागने पर मिलता है 

   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Happiness is like the morning 

It comes by awakening ---

Not by asking. 

     ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Sukh to Subah ki tarah hota hai 

Maangnay say nahin --

Jaagnay say milta hai 

Life is simple, joyous, and peaceful

       Life is simple. 

But our ego, constant comparison, and competition with others make it complicated and unnecessarily complex.

       Life is meant to be peaceful and joyful.

But our greed, endless desires, and expectations make us discontented and restless.  

Those who embrace simplicity and stay humble and grounded often experience a deeper sense of contentment and joy. 

They carry less mental clutter and dilemmas, face fewer inner conflicts, and live with more clarity and ease.

Happiness, after all, isn't found in overabundance, but in finding joy in what is available and aligning with what truly matters.

Peace belongs to those who stay humble, simple, and have fewer desires and expectations.

                                                               " Rajan Sachdeva " 

Nalinīdalagata-jalamatitaralaṁ (Life is unpredictable like a adroplet of water)

Nalinīdalagata-jalam atitaralaṁ tadvajjīvitam atiśaya-capalam

Viddhi vyādhy-abhimāna-grastaṁ lokaṁ śoka-hataṁ ca samastam

                                             (Bhaja Govindam – Verse 4)

Breakdown:

Nalini Dalagat Jalam Ati Taralam – Just as water on a lotus leaf is quite unstable

Tadvad Jivitam Atishaya Chapalam – So too is life, highly unpredictable and fleeting

Viddhi Vyadhi Abhiman Grastam – Know that life is afflicted by disease, suffering, and a sense of false ego

Lokam Shok Hatam Cha Samastam – And that the whole world is full of sorrow and grief

                           ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

To illustrate the instability and impermanence of life, Adi Shankaracharya offers the powerful image of drops of water trembling on a lotus leaf. A water droplet does not stay on a lotus leaf for long. It is so unstable that even the slightest gust of wind can cause it to slide off. 

Similarly, life is just as fragile and unpredictable. 

Just as a water droplet can slip off at the smallest disturbance, life too can come to an unexpected end — through illness, a stroke, a heart attack, or an accident.

We cannot take life for granted. We cannot hold on to it forever.

We don’t even know what the next moment may bring.

Therefore, there is no time to waste.

The message, or rather, warning, is quite clear - that whatever time we do have must be used wisely.

The second part of the shloka states:

"Viddhi Vyadhi Abhiman Grastam - Lokam Shok Hatam Cha Samastam."

Understand that the whole world is caught in the grip of disease and ego, of sorrow and grief. No one is exempt from these truths.

Every being that is born is prone to suffering. The body is never completely free from illness, pain, and suffering, nor does it remain unchanged throughout life.

At the mental level, pride and ego linger in every mind. Everyone carries some degree of self-importance, and everyone experiences personal loss, grief, or sorrow. 

No one is absolutely perfect. No one is flawless in every way or in every field.

Like other sages, Adi Shankaracharya also reminds us of the fleeting nature of the world — that life is uncertain and that pain, grief, and sorrow are inherent parts of existence.

The whole world is afflicted by disease, pride, and suffering. No one is exempt. 

Therefore, he urges us to discover the truth of life, set our priorities, and use our time wisely.

Satisfaction is only possible when life has a clear purpose —

And fulfillment comes when that purpose is accomplished. 

The time to discover and live that purpose is now. 

We often delay what is difficult or unpleasant.

We think we have plenty of time, and we can do it later.

But Shankaracharya reminds us that life is Atishaya-Chapalam — extremely unpredictable.

Therefore, we should not postpone what must be done.

Sant Guru Kabir ji also expresses the same thought: 

                   "Kal karay so aaj kar, aaj kare so ab

                    Pal mein pralaya hoyegi, bahuri karega kab?" 

Meaning:

What you plan to do tomorrow, do today.

What you plan to do today, do now.

If the end comes in the next moment —

When will you have the chance to act?

Therefore, if there is something good and purposeful you wish to do, do not delay.

The time is now.

                           " Rajan Sachdeva "

                          Word-by-Word Meaning:

Nalini = Lotus 

Dal = Leaf

Jalam = A drop of water

Ati Taralam = Extremely unstable

Tadvad = In the same way

Jivitam = Life

Atishaya-Chapalam = Extremely fickle

Viddhi = Know, realize 

Vyadhi = Disease

Abhiman = Ego

Grastam = Seized or possessed by

Lokam = The world 

Shok-Hatam = Struck by grief

Samastam = All, the whole

Shor mushkilen aasaan nahin karta (Noise never makes difficulties easier)

Khamoshi ki teh may chhupa lo ulajhanay 

Shor kabhi mushkilen aasaan nahin karta 

                  (Author unknown)

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                     English translation

Hide your problems beneath the layers of silence.

Noise never makes difficulties any easier.

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It is better to hide your problems in the layers of silence.

Because problems don't become easy just by making some noise.

Not every struggle needs a loud voice.

Shouting, whining, or constantly talking about our problems with everyone rarely solves anything.

Some problems can be better solved in silence.

Some knots can be better untangled in stillness. 

There is a deep strength inherent in stillness and silence. 

It's a sacred space where confusion softens, tangled thoughts begin to loosen their grip, and the complications slowly begin to calm down on their own. 

Just as mud settles when water is still and undisturbed, so too do our minds find clarity in silence and stillness, and solutions start to appear.

                                   " Rajan Sachdeva " 

बहरों को शिकायत है Behron ko shikaayat hai (The deaf accuse me)

अंधे निकालते हैं चेहरे में मेरे नुक़्स 

बहरों को शिकायत है ग़लत बोलता हूँ मैं 

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Andhay nikaaltay hain chehray me meray nuqs

Behron ko shikaayat hai ghalat bolta hoon main 

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                       English translation 

The blind judge the blemishes on my face 

While the deaf accuse me of speaking wrong