Don't blame the pouring clouds -- Dil ko halkaa karnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai

Rah-e-Haq pay chalnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai 

Aagay badhtay rehnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai 

Dosh na deejay barastaa dekh baadal ko 

Dil ko halkaa karnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai 

Aap ki marzi hai maano ya na maano, par 

Baat apni kehnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai 

Soch sab ki apni hai - apnay khyaal hain 

Apnay dhang say rehnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai 

Dekh kar udtaa kisi ko rashq na keejay 

'Rajan' ooncha uthnay ka haq to sabhi ko hai 

          " Rajan Sachdeva "

                    English Translation:

Everyone has the right to walk the path of truth 

Everyone has the right to keep moving forward 

Don't blame the clouds when you see them pouring rain 

Everyone has the right to unburden their heart.

It is your choice whether to accept it or not, but

Everyone has the right to speak their mind 

Everyone has their own views and perspectives

Everyone has the right to live life in their own way 

Do not envy someone as you watch them soar

'Rajan', everyone has the right to rise high 

                       " Rajan Sachdeva "

Happy Friendship Day मित्रता दिवस मंगलमय हो Who is a Real Friend?

              आपत्काले तु संप्राप्ते यन् मित्रं मित्रमेव तत्।
              वृद्धिकाले तु संप्राप्ते दुर्जनोऽपि सुहृद् भवेत्॥

अर्थात:
जो विपत्ति एवं मुसीबत के समय काम आए, वही असली मित्र अथवा दोस्त है।
सुख एवं तरक्की के समय में तो शत्रु भी आपका मित्र होने का दावा करने लगते हैं।

           Aapatkalay Tu Sampraptay yan Mitram, Mitramev Tat 

           Vriddhikalay Tu Sampraptay Durjanopi Suhrid Bhavet॥

                             English Translation:

The one who stands by you in times of adversity and trouble is indeed a true friend.
During times of prosperity and success, even enemies begin to claim to be your friends.

                       Happy Friendship Day to All 

                    

 

Rait pay ghar banaa lena Aqalmandi nahin (Building a home on sand is not wise)

Rait par hee ghar banaa lena aqalmandi nahin 

Ishq mein khud ko mitaa lena aqalmandi nahin 

Doosron ko aasmanon par chadhaanay kay liye 

Hasraten apni mitaa lena aqalmandi nahin 

Sair beshaq keejiye is duniya kay baazar ki 

Dil magar is say lagaa lena aqalmandi nahin  

Ek din to chhod kay sab ko chalay jaana hai par 

Aaj hi doori banaa lena aqalmandi nahin 

Chaar din ki zindagi mein khaamkha hi dosto 

Har kisi ki bad-dua lena aqalmandi nahin 

Aur ik udtaa parinda bhi pakadnay kay liye 

Haath mein jo hai gavaa lena aqalmandi nahin 

Maazi ko to hum badal saktay nahin hargiz magar 

Mustaqbil ko bhi gavaa lena aqalmandi nahin

Baantnay say Gyan 'Rajan' kam nahin hotaa kabhi 

Ilm ko paakar chhupaa lena aqalmandi nahin 

             " Rajan Sachdeva "

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             English translation:

Building a home on sand is not wise.

Losing one's own self entirely in love is not wise.

To elevate others to the skies 

Extinguishing one's own desires completely is not wise.

By all means, wander through the marketplace of this world,

But letting your heart become attached to it is not wise.

One day, we must leave everything behind and depart,

But creating distance while we are still here is not wise.

In this transient, fleeting life, O my friends, 

Incurring the ill-will of others is not wise. 

To catch another bird that is in flight, 

Losing what is already in your hand is not wise.

(To make new friends, acquaintances, supporters, or followers, 

Losing the ones we already have is not wise) 

Certainly we cannot change the past, but

Squandering the future as well is not wise. 

Sharing knowledge never diminishes it, 'O Rajan 

Concealing the wisdom one has gained is not wise. 

              " Rajan Sachdeva "

 

Ahankar me Teeno gaye ---- Arrogance destroys all three

         Ahankar me teeno gaye Dhan Vaibhav aur Vansh

              Na maano to dekh lo Raavan, Kaurav, Kans 

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

 

         English Translation:

Arrogance destroys all three—wealth, prosperity, and lineage.

If you doubt it, look at the fate of Ravana, Kauravas, and Kans.

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

Ego is a silent destroyer.

Ego or arrogance destroys everything a person holds dear: wealth, power, prosperity, and even the honor of one's family and lineage. 

No matter how great one's achievements or status are, arrogance eventually leads to downfall. 

No matter how powerful, learned, or wealthy an individual may be, once ego takes root within them, their downfall becomes inevitable.

If you want proof, look at the fate of King Ravan, the Kauravas, and Kans. 

Despite their immense power, boundless wealth, and vast empires, their ego and arrogance blinded them, and in the end, they lost everything. 

Ravana was a scholar of unparalleled intellect, a great ascetic, and the emperor of the golden city of Lanka.

The Kauravas possessed a vast kingdom, a massive army, and extraordinary might.

Kansa, too, was an immensely powerful king.

However, ego and arrogance narrowed their vision so much that they strayed from the path of truth and righteousness, unable to accept even the sound counsel offered by their own kin and wise advisors. Ultimately, they met their downfall. 

Therefore, we should always remain humble. 

If there is one flaw against which one must be most vigilant in life, it is ego. 

Humility elevates; it makes a person great and brings them closer to the Divine, whereas ego leads them astray into a darkness of their own making. Ego is a fire that first consumes the very person in whom it originates. It clouds a person's judgment, robs them of the ability to accept the truth, and fills them with a false sense of pride regarding their capabilities, wealth, status, and knowledge. 

Having a sense of self-respect is not wrong.  

Self-respect is a virtue, but overestimating ourselves and developing an extreme ego, considering ourselves superior to others, and harboring arrogance are not. 

It is said in the Scriptures, "Where ego ends, that is where the doors to wisdom and divine grace open.

Therefore, we should strive to follow the path of truth and righteousness while staying humble and being respectful to others. 

                              " Rajan Sachdeva" 

Courtyard and the Roof

           Aangan ki yeh khwahish hai ki rim jhim ki ho barsaat 

               Aur chhat ka taqaazaa hai ki ik boond na barsay 

                                          (Writer unknown) 

                              आँगन की ये ख़्वाहिश है कि रिमझिम की हो बरसात 

                               और छत का तक़ाज़ा है कि इक बूँद न बरसे 

      English Translation:

The courtyard yearns for a drizzling rain 

While the roof demands that not a single drop should fall.

                  ~~~~~~~~~~~~

It often happens in life that what brings happiness to one person may become a source of worry or distress for another.

For instance, the courtyard yearns for a gentle drizzle. Hoping the rain will wash away the debris and provide water to the grass and plants. 

Yet, the worn, deteriorated roof prays that not a single drop of rain falls. 

In other words, life's circumstances and constraints can be such that two opposing desires may coexist within the very same home. 

Therefore, when making any decision in life, it is essential to consider not just one's desires, but the prevailing circumstances as well.

One should strive to understand not only one's own wants and desires but also the circumstances and needs of others. 

                 " Rajan Sachdeva "

Sumati Kumati sabkay ur maahin (Noble and evil thoughts dwell in everyone's heart)

Sumati Kumati sab kay ur rehahin 

Naath Puran Nigam us kahahin॥ 

Jahaan Sumati tahaan Sampati naana 

Jahan Kumati tahaan bipati nidaana॥

                      " Ram Charit Maanas"

Meaning: 

O Lord! The Puranas and Vedas state that both 'Subuddhi' (wisdom, noble thoughts, and goodwill) and 'Kubuddhi' (foolishness, malice, hatred, and evil thoughts) reside in everyone's heart.

Generally, every person's mind constantly gives rise to a mix of goodwill and ill-will—good thoughts and bad thoughts. The difference lies merely in degree. Some people's minds are predominantly filled with goodwill and noble thoughts, whereas others harbor constant malice towards others.

Saint Tulsidas says that where 'Subuddhi' prevails, various forms of wealth, happiness, prosperity, and peace reside. 

And where 'Kubuddhi' prevails, various calamities and sorrows dwell. 

It implies that changing one's thoughts can transform one's life.

If the mind continually harbors noble thoughts and goodwill towards all, and stays free from envy and hatred, it will remain calm, and happiness and peace will endure in life. 

                                                "Rajan Sachdeva"

    सुमति कुमति सबके उर रहहीं। नाथ पुरान निगम अस कहहीं॥

    जहाँ सुमति तहँ संपति नाना। जहाँ कुमति तहँ बिपति निदाना॥

                                               रामचरित मानस 

जंगल जंगल ढूँढ रहा है Wandering from place to place

जंगल जंगल ढूँढ रहा है मृग अपनी कस्तूरी

पल पल बढ़ती जाती है यूं स्वयं से उसकी दूरी 

सत्गुरु कबीर जी महाराज फरमाते हैं :

        कस्तूरी कुंडल बसै, मृग ढूंढ़ै बन माहिं।  

        ऐसे घट घट राम हैं, दुनिया देखे नाहिं॥ 

Jungle jungle dhoondh rahaa hai mrig apni kasturi 

Pal pal badhti jaati hai yoon swayam say uski doori 

The deer wanders from forest to forest in search of its own musk.

Yet with every passing moment, the distance from its own self only grows farther. 

Satguru Kabir Ji Maharaj proclaims: 

         Kasturi kundal basai, Mrig dhundhay ban mahin

         Aesay ghat ghat Ram hai, duniya dekhay naahin 

The musk resides within the deer's own navel, yet it searches the forest in vain;

In the same way, Ram, the Lord dwells within every heart, yet the world fails to see Him. 

कहानी बन के रह जाएंगे One day, we will be just a story

कुल मिला कर देखूं गर, तो ज़िंदगानी अच्छी थी 

रास्ते समतल न थे, फिर भी रवानी अच्छी थी 

इक दिन 'राजन' भी कहानी बन के रह जाएगा, पर

लोग सुन के ये कहें  कि ' ये कहानी अच्छी थी ' 

                                     " राजन सचदेव "             

         ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Kul milaa kar dekhoon gar, to zindgaani acchi thi 

Raastay samtal na thay, phir bhi ravaani acchi thi 

Ik din 'Rajan' bhi kahaani ban ke rah jaayega, par 

Log sun kay yeh kahen ki ' yeh kahaani acchi thi ' 

                                   " Rajan Sachdeva"

    ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

        English translation

Looking back, all in all, life was good 

Though all paths were not smooth, yet the journey flowed well.

One day, 'Rajan' too will become nothing but a story, 

However, when people hear it, they should say, "It was a good story." 

Sant Namdav ji (Punya-Tithi) Sab Govind hai संत नामदेव जी पुण्यतिथि - सब गोविन्द है

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एक अनेक ब्यापक (व्यापक) पूरक जत्त देखूं तत सोई ।

माया चित्र बचित्र बिमोहित, विरला बूझै कोई ।।

सब गोविन्द है, सब गोविन्द है। गोविन्द बिन नहीं कोई ॥

सूत एक मणि सत सहंस जैसे ओत प्रोत प्रभु सोई ।

जल तरँग अर फेन बुदबुदा जल ते भिन्न न होई ।

इह परपंच पारब्रह्म की लीला, बिचरत आन न होई ।।

मिथ्या भ्रम और सुपन मनोरथ सति पदार्थ जानिया ।

सुकृत मनसा गुर उपदेशी जागत ही मन मानया ।।

कहत नामदेव हरि की रचना देखो रिदै बिचारि ।

घट घट अंतर सर्व निरंतर केवल एक मुरारी ।। 

                         (संत गुरु नामदेव जी महाराज)

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                      Roman Script

Ek Anek Biyaapak Poorak, Jat Dekhun Tat Soyi

Maaya Chitra Bichitra Bimohit, Birlaa Bujhai koyi

Sab Govind hai, Sab Govind hai Govind Binu nahi koyi 

Soot Ek Mani, Sat Sahans Jaisay Oti-Proti Prabhu Soyi

Jal Tarang aru fain budbudaa, Jal tay bhinn naa hoyi

Eh Parpanch Parbrahm ki Leela, bicharat aan naa hoyi

Mithyaa Bharm aur Supan Manorath Sat Padaarath Jaaneya

Sukrit Mansaa Gur Updesi, Jaagat hee mann Maaneya

Kehat Namdev Hari ki Rachnaa, dekhahu Ridai bichari

Ghat Ghat Antar Sarv Nirantar, Kewal ek Muraari 

                    (Sant Guru Namdev ji Maharaj)

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                         English Translation:

He is One, yet He appears as many.

He pervades everything and, at the same time, fulfills everything. 

Wherever I cast my eyes, I behold only Him.

The countless colors, attractions, and fascinating diversions of the world have captivated the human mind. That is why so few truly seek and recognize Him. 

The Lord, Govind, is everything. Everything is Govind. 

There is nothing and no one apart from Him. 

Just as a single thread holds together hundreds and thousands of beads, the entire universe is woven together by Him. 

A wave, foam, and bubbles are nothing but the ocean's water in different forms. They cannot be separated from the water itself. 

In the same way, even after careful inquiry and discrimination, the Creator cannot be separated from His creation. The entire universe is but His manifestation.

Delusion and fleeting worldly desires become an illusion when the Ultimate Truth is realized. 

When the mind is awakened and enlightened through the wisdom imparted by the Guru, life itself becomes noble and meaningful.

Guru Namdev says: Contemplate the Lord's wondrous divine creation within your own heart. 

In every particle of existence, and throughout eternity, there is only one Murari, one Lord, one Reality. 

                                                              " Rajan Sachdeva " 

मोको कहाँ ढूँढ़े रे बंदे (Where are you searching for me?) Moko kahan dhoondhay?

मोको कहाँ ढूँढ़े रे बंदे, मैं तो तेरे पास में। 

ना मैं देवल ना मैं मसजिद, ना काबे कैलास में।

ना मैं जप में, ना  मैं तप में, ना मैं व्रत उपवास में ।

न मैं कर्म-क्रिया में रहता, ना ही योग संन्यास में । 

खोजी होय तो तुरतै मिलिहौं, पल भर की तलास में।

कहत कबीर सुनो भई साधो मैं तो हूं विश्वास में  

           " सत्गुरु कबीर जी महाराज "

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Moko kahan dhoondhay ray Banday 

Main to teray paas mein

Na main Deval na main Masjid, Na Kaabaa Kailas mein 

Na main jap mein, na main tap mein, na main vrat upvaas mein 

Na main Karm-Kriya mein rehta, na hi yog sanyaas mein 

khoji hoy to turatai milihaun, pal bhar ki talaas men

Kehat 'Kabeer' suno bhai Sadho Main to hoon Vishwas mein

                          "Satguru Kabeer ji Maharaj"

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                 English translation:

Where do you search for Me, O seeker? I am right here beside you.

I am neither in the temple nor in the mosque; neither in the Kaaba nor in Kailash.

I am not found in chanting or penance, nor in vows or fasting.

I dwell neither in rituals and ceremonies, nor in the paths of Yoga and renunciation.

I am right here beside you.

If you are a true seeker, you shall find Me instantly—in the span of a single moment.

Says Kabir, "Listen, O seekers: I reside in faith." 

दुनिया के बाज़ार में Duniya kay bazaar mein (Marketplace of the world)

दुनिया के बाज़ार में हर शय की कीमत होती है
चीज़ों को पाने से पहले - इन्सां को खोने के बाद

Duniya kay bazaar mein har shay ki keemat hoti hai
Cheezon ko paanay say pehlay - Insaan ko khonay kay baad

English translation:

In the marketplace of the world, everything has a price.
Things often seem valuable before acquiring them.
And the value of people is realized after losing them. 

कबीर एह तन जाएगा Body is destined to perish

कबीर एह  तन जाएगा सकहु ता लेहु बहोरि 

नागे पाओं ते गए जिन के लाख करोरि 

हाड़ जले ज्यों लाकड़ी - केस जले ज्यों घास 

एह  तन जलता देख के भयो कबीर उदास 

जैसे जल ते बुदबुदा उपजै बिनसै नीत 

जग रचना तैसे रची कहु नानक सुन मीत 

ज्यों सपना और पेखना तैसे जग को जान 

इन में साचो कुछ नहीं नानक बिन भगवान 

राम गयो रावण गयो जा का बहु परिवार 

कहु नानक थिर कछु नहीं सुपने ज्यों संसार 

सूरज किरण मिले जल का जल हुआ राम 

जोती जोत रली  सम्पूर्ण थीआ काम 

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                    Roman script 

Kabeer eh tan jayega sakahu ta lehu bahori 

Naange paon tay gaye jin kay laakh karori 

Haad jalay jyon laakdi - kes jalay jyon ghaas 

Eh tan jaltaa dekh kay bhayo Kabeer udaas 

Jaisay jal te budbuda upjai binasai neet 

Jag rachna taisay rachi kahu Nanak sun meet 

Jyon sapana aur pekhana taisay jag ko jaan 

In mein saacho kuchh nahin Nanak bin bhagavaan 

Raam gayo Raavan gayo ja ka bahu parivaar 

Kahu Nanak thir kachhu nahin supanay jyon sansaar 

Sooraj Kiran mile jal ka jal hua Raam 

Joti Jot rali Sampoorn theea kaam

          ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

                 

                 English translation:

Kabir says: This body is destined to perish;  Do you think you can seize it and hold on to it forever? 

Even those who possessed millions and billions ultimately departed barefoot (empty-handed).

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

The bones burn like firewood; the hair burns like grass. 

How sad it is to see the body consumed by flames, says Kabeer. 

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

Just as a bubble rises from the water and bursts, appearing and vanishing ceaselessly,

So, too, is the fabric of this world woven—listen, my friend, says Nanak.

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

Just as a dream is merely a fleeting vision, so should you regard this world to be;

There is nothing truly real within it, O Nanak, except for the Lord God.

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

Lord Rama departed, and Ravana departed—he who commanded a vast retinue;

Nanak says: Nothing here is permanent; this world is transient, like a dream.

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

Just as a sunbeam merges back into the sun, and water returns to water,

So, too, does the individual light merge into the Supreme Light—and thus is the journey of life fulfilled.               

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

Happy New Year - Happy Chaitra Shukla Pratipada

Happy Chaitra Shukla Pratipada to all of you - 

Happy New Year, Vikram Samvat, 2083 

Hearty greetings and best wishes for Ugadi - Gudi Parva - Happy Navreh.

       Nav Sanvatsar ka avsar hai - Nav ho ye prakash
       Nav pallav ho - Nav jeevan ho - Nav ho ye vishvas

May the new year's sun dispel the darkness of confusion, fear, ignorance, narrow-mindedness, and discrimination from the minds of all.

May the Light of Gyana illuminate the entire world with auspicious and divine qualities like humility, equality, compassion, and broad-mindedness. 

        Sarve bhavantu sukhinah - Sarve santu Niraamaya 

        Sab ka mangal ho - Sab ka sab vidhi kalyaan ho 

May everyone be blessed - May no one suffers from any disease.

May all be blessed  - May all be prosperous in every way.

           Param Pita Parmaatma Sab teri Santaan 

          Bhalaa karo sab ka Prabhu - Sab ka ho kalyaan

                Nav Reh =  Kashmiri New Year 

                   

                  

मंगल कामना - प्रार्थना A Prayer for All

शरीर रोग मुक्त हो 

और मन चिंता से मुक्त हो 

जीवन सुखों से युक्त हो 

ह्रदय दुखों से मुक्त हो 

धन सम्पदा अतिरिक्त हो 

मन ईर्ष्या  से रिक्त हो 

चित्त शांत हो - सशक्त हो 

और सत्य से आसक्त हो 

हर पल सदा सुखदाई हो हर काम सदा उपयुक्त हो 

 'राजन' सत्यपथ पर हर इक अडिग हो आश्वस्त हो 

                              " राजन सचदेव " 

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             Roman Script 

Shareer rog mukt ho 

Aur man chintaa se mukt ho 

Jeevan sukhon say yukt ho 

Hriday dukhon say mukt ho 

Dhan sampdaa atirikt ho 

Man eershya say rikt ho 

Chitt shaant ho - sashakt ho 

Aur Satya say aasakt ho 

Har pal sada sukhdaayyi ho har kaam sada upyukt ho 

'Rajan' Satya-path pay har ik adig ho aashvast ho 

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                  English translation

May the body be free from disease

And the mind free from worries 

May life be filled with joy 

And the heart free from sorrow 

May wealth and assets be in abundance 

And the mind be void of envy and malice 

May the spirit be calm and strong 

Honest, sincere, and loyal to the Truth 

May every moment be blissful 

And every deed right and befitting 

Says Rajan, may everyone remain steadfast and confident upon the path of Truth. 

                     " Rajan Sachdeva " 

जोआंसू फैल के दरिया हुआ है - Tear that turned into river

जो आंसू फैल के दरिया हुआ है 

वो मेरी आँख से टपका हुआ है 

लिखा न था मुकद्दर में जो मेरे 

वो दाना दांत में अटका हुआ है

           (लेखक अज्ञात) 

       ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Jo aansu phail kay dariya huaa hai 

Vo meri aankh say tapkaa hua hai 

Likhaa na tha muqaddar me jo meray  

Vo daanaa daant me atkaa huaa hai 

                 (Author unknown) 

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English translation: 

The tear that spread and turned into a river 

       has dripped from my eyes.

That grain which was not written in my destiny 

      is now stuck between my teeth. 

No one remains forever - Na koi thir raheyaa

Sheikh Hayaati jag - Na koi thir raheyaa

Jis aasan hum baithay katay bais gayaa

                     ' Sheikh Farid" 

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O Sheikh, no one has remained here forever.

The seat that we hold and sit upon now, many have sat on it before and departed. 

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Nothing is permanent in this world - not wealth, not power, nor any higher position or prestigious title. 

The throne or the seat of authority one is sitting upon today, many have sat on it before - 

Many have held that position before and departed from the world, as even life itself is not permanent. 

And yet, whoever attains a higher seat of position, a prestigious title, begins to think they are invincible, undefeatable, and they can control the world and do whatever they want to do. 

Sheikh Farid reminds us of the impermanence of life. 

That one day, we too, will leave this world regardless of what position we hold. 

Therefore, one should not be arrogant, but humble, not judgmental, but kind and understanding. 

                                 " Rajan Sachdeva " 

ਸੇਖ ਹੈਯਾਤੀ ਜਗਿ ਨ ਕੋਈ ਥਿਰੁ ਰਹਿਆ ॥

ਜਿਸੁ ਆਸਣਿ ਹਮ ਬੈਠੇ ਕੇਤੇ ਬੈਸਿ ਗਇਆ ॥ 

Kabeer garv na keejiye - Do not be proud

Kabeer garv na keejiye dehi dekh saurang 

Aaj kaal taj jaahugay jyon kaachuri bhujang

Kabeer garv na keejiye ooncha dekh aavaas 

Aaj kaal bhoyen letnaa oopar jaamay ghaas 

Kabeer garv na keejiye kaal gahay kar kes 

Na jaanay kit maariye kya ghar kya pardes 

Kabeer garv na keejiye – rank na hasiye koy 

Ajahoon naav samund mein, kya jaana kya hoy

Kabeer eh tan jaayega, sakahu ta lehu bahori

Naangay paanon tay gaye jin kay laakh karor 

Kabeer bedaa jarjaraa phootay chhenk hazaar 

Haruye haruye tar gaye doobay jin sir bhaar 

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English translation:

1. Do not be proud of the beauty of your body.
Sooner or later, you will have to abandon it—
just as a snake sheds its worn-out skin.

2. Do not take pride in your lofty mansion.
One day, you will be buried in the ground,
And grass will grow above you.

3. Do not be arrogant—
One day, the Kaal (time or death) will seize you by the hair.
No one knows where death may strike— at home or in a foreign land.

4. Do not be proud, and do not mock the poor or the weak.
How can you claim to have reached the shore when your boat is still in the middle of the ocean?
Who knows what may happen before the journey ends?”

5. One day, this body will pass away 
Do you think you can keep it and not let it go? 
Try to hold it back if you can.
Even those who had lakhs of crores (millions) in their possession departed barefoot from this world.

6. The boat of life is worn and fragile, pierced with a thousand holes.
Those who kept themselves light and humble crossed over gently 
And those who carried heavy burdens of longings and ego drowned. 
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The above great verses by Satguru Kabeer ji gently remind us of life’s impermanence and the futility of our pride and arrogance. 
                            " Rajan Sachdeva "

रास्ते नहीं बदलते - ख़ुद को बदलो - Change yourself

किसी के वास्ते राहें कहाँ बदलती हैं 

तुम अपने आप को ख़ुद ही बदल सको तो चलो 

                        " निदा फ़ाज़ली "

Kisi kay vaastay raahen kahaan badalti hain 

Tum apnay aap ko khud hee badal sako to chalo 

                       " Nida Fazli "

Translation:

Roads or paths do not change themselves for anyone.
If you want to move forward, then change yourself. 

Process of Learning Never Ends

The process of learning never ends.

There is always something new to learn or discover in life—

There is so much more that we still do not know.

A wise person, therefore, always considers himself a student and remains a learner. 

They are always willing to learn from everyone, at every moment, in every situation.
The more they learn, the more they realize how much still remains unknown.

That is why true Gyanis remain humble.
They do not take pride in their knowledge or spiritual awareness.
They do not consider themselves superior because of the Gyan they possess.

Instead, they remain in prayer, seeking grace and forgiveness: 
“Tu hi Nirankar – Main Teri Sharan – Mainu Baksh Lo.”
(You alone are the Almighty - the Formless One – I seek Your refuge – 

Forgive me for whatever knowingly or unknowingly I have ever done.)

As Satguru Kabir ji says: 
        "Kabeer garb na keejiye – Rank na hassiye koi
         Ajhoon naav samund mein, kya jaanaa kya hoi 

“Do not be proud, and do not mock the poor, weak, or anyone else.
How can you claim to have reached the shore when your boat is still in the middle of the ocean? 

Who knows what may happen before the journey ends?”

So focus on your own path.
Walk it with humility.
Learn continuously.
And move forward without prejudice, judgment, or belittling others. 

                                      " Rajan Sachdeva "

The thorn in our foot - Hamaaray paanv ka kaanta

               "Na hum-safar na kisi ham-nasheen say niklega 

                Hamaaray paanv ka kaanta hameen say niklega "

                                                     "Rahat Indori" 

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English Translation: 

Neither a companion nor a confidant, or intimate friend can do it for us—

The thorn we carry must be removed by ourselves. 

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The responsibility for facing the joys, sorrows, and struggles of life ultimately rests with oneself.

The thorns in our feet - the difficulties and obstacles we encounter - cannot be removed by someone else.

Others may offer comfort and stand beside us, but they cannot fight our battles for us.

The burden of life—its sorrows and trials—cannot be outsourced. The struggle is ours alone.

Partners and friends can offer comfort and support—they may help ease the pain, console us, guide us, and stand beside us, but they cannot walk the path for us.

Real solutions emerge only from our own efforts and self-realization.

This truth inspires us to stand firm in adverse circumstances, to struggle, learn, and discover our own way forward.

True strength is born the moment we accept this responsibility. 

It is through this inner responsibility that strength is born, and growth becomes possible. 

                                                       " Rajan Sachedva "