Aankh Kaan Moonh Naasika Unchay Uncay Thaanv
'Sehjo' Neechay kaarnay Sab koi Poojay Paanv
Sahjo Bai is known for her profound spiritual thoughts.
Through this couplet, she seeks to draw our attention to the fact that while the upper parts of our body—eyes, ears, mouth, and nose—are positioned at a height, it is not these that are worshipped, but rather the feet that are considered more revered.
Because the feet connect us to the earth—they keep us grounded and provide the foundation for our journey through the world. That is why one bows at someone’s feet as a gesture of respect. When we seek something—be it money, knowledge, or blessings—we lower ourselves towards the feet of the provider.
We sit lower - at the feet of our teachers or gurus as a mark of humility and learning. This symbolizes reverence, humility, and service.
Here, Sahjo Bai conveys that true greatness is measured by humility and service. Merely being placed in a higher position does not make one worthy of reverence; true respect and devotion are reserved for those who are of service to others.
"Rajan Sachdeva"
The profound truth . We do not need all those degrees or money to be respected
ReplyDeleteVery well said!
ReplyDeleteWe humans have a habit of judging others based on easy to interpret traits such as caste, creed, religion, apperance and wealth. If we take the time to understand a person on a deeper level, for their humility and service, we are sure to see a clearer picture into their greatness.
I always found it interesting that the home of ego is our mind, which is at the highest position of our body . The higher something is, the harder it falls. On the contrary, our feet keep us planted to this earth and to our spiritual roots. It is time to prioritize that which keeps us human(humbleness and selfless sewa) rather than that which provides us false happiness(ego/mind).
Thank you for sharing Ji!