The Ādi Granth, or the Holy Scriptures of the Sikhs (1877) · 324

(1). Innumerable wander about seeking (him), (but) there is no end nor limit (of him).' They have become devotees, to whom (he is) merciful.^

Pause. I am devoted, I am devoted to Hari.

(2). Having hoard of the formidable road I am overcome by much fear. I espied the sanctuary of the saints, save me! (3). He is fascinating, red, incomparable, all-supporting. Bowing repeatedly to the Guru I cling to his feet: show (him to me)! (4). Many I made my friends, (but) to the One I sacrifice myself. In none are any virtues, (but) the store-rooms of Hari are full.

(5). In the four quarters (of the globe) the flame is muttered and remembered with pleasure.' I come to thy protection, Nanak is a sacrifice (to thee).

(6). The Guru, having stretched out his arms (to me), has drawn me out of the well. By me infinite regeneration is (thus) overcome, I am not again overcome. (7). I obtained the depository of all, whose story is ineffable. At the gate of Hari (I shall be) glorious, I shall swing my arm.* (8). Humble Xanak obtained the priceless, infinite gem. By service to the Guru the water of existence is crossed, this I publicly pi'oclaim.'

' VTHTWT ~ VTH. the filial word being corrupted to ITTH^^KT' to g^' '"'o syllables more.

* <H>5i I d^lKT = WsirJ^ (1st pers. sing.), the causal (WaildAI) of i^^c^\. THZi ibsi\6A\, to swing the arm, is a token of perfect case and comfort.

' \raTTtJ>rT= VPrfH. P-""*. past conjunctive.

348 EAG GAURI, MAH. V., ASTPAD. XIII.— XY. (XLII.— XLIV.)

GAURI; MAHALA V. Om! by the favour of the true Guiu!

Pause. Take delight in the love to Narayan, Hari! Muttering (his name) with thy tongue ask for the One Hari!

(1). Having given up egotism receive the divine knowledge (imjiarted by) the Guru! He joins the society (of the pious), (to whom) it is written by destiny from the beginning. (2). What is seen, that does not go with (any one). The foolish Siikat clinging (to it) is consumed and dies. (3). The charming name always remains. Amongst crores it is obtained by some (rare) disciple. (4). Paying reverence to the saints of Hari, Thou obtainest the nine treasures and inestimable happiness. (5). Behold with (thy) eyes the saints I Praise in (thy) heart the name, the hidden treasure! (6). Give up lust, wrath, greediness and illusion! (And) thou wilt be preserved from both regeneration and death. (7). Pain and darkness are effaced from (thy) house,

(If) by the Guru divine knowledge is confirmed (in thee) and a lamp kindled. (8). By whom he {i.e. the Guru) is served, he comes across. Humble Nanak (says): the world, turning its face towards the Guru, is saved.

Saying: 0 Hari, Hari! 0 Guru! Guru! my doubt went off.

(1). "When (I was) burning in heat, I was cooled by the Guru, (as by) sandal-wood.

(2). (My) ignorance and darkness were blotted out, by the Guru divine knowledge was kindled (in me).

(3). The deep sea of fire I was carried across, having ascended the boat of the saints.

(4). I have neither (good) works, nor good conduct nor purity; the Lord seized my arm and washed me.

(5). Destroying fear, removing pain, compassionate to his devotees, (this is) the name of Hari.

(6). Friend of the friendless, compassionate to the poor, powerful, refuge of the saints.

(7). (This is) the supplication of (me, who is) devoid of viiiues: give (me) (thy) sight, 0 King Hari!

(8). Nanak (flees) to thy asylum, 0 Lord! (thy) servant has come to thy gate.

Gaurl; mahda V. XV. XLIV. (1). Being given to pleasures and to the enjoyment of the world (I am) blind and ignorant.

Pause. I amass, I acquire (wealth); (thus) my whole life is spent. (2). I am a hero, I am foremost, no one is equal to me. (3). Who is youthful, of good conduct ' and of good family, he becomes proud in his heart.

' »KBT3 = »KB1H^3; the affi.\ ^ (a^ in -H y A«i".i) must also be added to W9T3-

(4). By which (matter) the mau of child-like understanding is entangled,' that is not forgotten at the hour of death.

(5). Brothers, friends, relations, companions, (who remain) behind, to them he entrusts himself.' (6). To which predominant inclination the mind clings, that becomes manifest at the end. (7). Egotism, practising pure works, is bound by this bond. (8). 0 merciful Supreme Spirit, bestow mercy (on me)! Nanak is the slave of slaves.

Om! The true name is the creator, the divine male. By the favour of the Guru!

(1). The young woman is distressed by night, 0 dear, she fiuds no sleep.

That woman (becomes) feeble, 0 dear, that is grieving about her beloved (husband).