Guru Sardar’s Bani With English Translations

Hoi Nirasi Baut Din Lage, Avi Sadhu AviMy Guru, so much time has passed in hopelessness — please come and see me. Duban Lagia nu Bachavi, Na Idha TarsaviI am sinking in this Kalyug — come save me, don’t leave me in this state of restlessness. Waqt Kavalde Muskhill Jeevan, Sach Na Koi BoleThese are…

Samjan Wala Sada He Akai SakhiyeA person who follows the Guru’s teachings and applies them in their life reaches a state of being that is indescribable — beyond what words can express. Ken Wala Kendha Sada Jai SakhiyeThose who truly understand the divine essence constantly sing its praises and see the divine in all. Meri…

Ke Aiya dunia maye bandhe, ishq sadhu nibhaane koYou have come into this world, O human, to fulfill the love of the Guru. Bandhe Saye Devta Kartha Gaib Ka Ped Sunaina ne KoThe Guru transforms the soul into a divine being and reveals the secrets of the unseen. Sadhu Ki Kirpa Saye Bandhe Gaib Ka…

Take Your Mind to the Tenth Gate Dasvai dwaar ponche maan chandraii,Surati wali kunji lakhai kol jindraii.Take your mind to the tenth gate, using the key of concentration to open the locks on this spiritual realm. Dasvai dwaar amar jota kalia,Tur diya sathnaa vich maan raliya.In the tenth gate, the immortal souls reside, and your…

The Devotion of Chandu’s Daughter-in-Law to Guru Arjun Dev Ji Jida satgur baitha loh utte,Oh sukh di neend na saundi a.Whose Guru sits on a heated pan, how can she sleep peacefully? Tu puchh chandu di nooh kolon,Tann waar ke daudi jaandi a.Ask Chandu’s daughter-in-law, she is running towards her Guru, not even thinking of…

Amar kaya sari phul gaye duniyaa,Vishai tai vikara vich pai duniyaThe world forgot the undying light within—Entangled in desires, it sank in sin. Noor da deedar sadhu guru das da,Guru sadhu bina kaun dasai rasthaaOnly the True Guru can reveal that radiant face,Without the Guru, who can show the way to grace? Butta wali khed…

Niyat jihdi saaf oh khuda hoya ni, Niyat jihdi badd jeenvda hi moya ni.Those with pure intent turn into God; those with bad intent are dead even while alive. Sheesha jinve saaf sohna dise mukh ni, Chhaiyan wale sheeshe vich bura mukh ni.When the mirror is clean, your face looks lovely and radiant. In a…

Sab de andar Saadhu mera, main bhulava kis taraMy Guru lives in every heart—how could I ever forget Him? Hardum andar saadhna karda, amar shabad ban jistarāHe meditates within me, always—the immortal Word takes shape within. Jeh koi kirt karam nu javai, tah tah Saadhu naal saddāvaiWherever I go, in every deed—He walks beside me,…

Guru Sardar Ki JaiVictory to the Guru, the Supreme Master Zaalam Kaljug kalpna paave, mehar kari mastane veThis cruel Kalyug haunts my mind—grant me your grace, O blissful one. Teri masti vich mere Saadhu, nibh jaan paak yaarane veIn your divine intoxication, O Guru,let this sacred bond endure and blossom. Aa aa jai jai sada…

Rauna Sajda Bhagti Sadi, Peer Nu Raji Chai DaCrying in reverence to my guru is my spiritual practice; I want to ensure my guru is always happy with me. Sajde Vajo Noor Na Bole, Peer De Kadam Bulie DaWithout bowing in reverence, the divine light within remains silent. The Guru calls from within. Jis Dam…

Sikh To Hanuman Hoye, Kande Paye Ram Bitaye HaiA true Sikh is like Hanuman, who carried his Guru, Lord Ram, on his shoulders. Hirde Mai Amar Moorat Rehti Hai, Hirde Ko Fad Dikhate HaiThe immortal image of his Guru resides within his heart. Out of deep devotion, he tore open his chest to show Ram…

Hirde Vich Bhene Mera Sada Updesh Ni, Butt De Kasang Menu Maria Hamesha NiThe eternal teachings of my Guru constantly resonate within my heart, but the company of those immersed in materialism always pulls me away from the truth. Surthi Meri Sune Je Guru Wala Shabad Ni, Kade Vi Na Phule Jai Bole Mera Kant…

Gire Ta Chakna Choor Dis Daye, Loki Ramaz Fakeeri Di Ki Puch DayePeople ask the secrets of walking the path of saints, the path is so difficult that if you come under the influence of your mind/ego that everything you have accumulated can be lost in a moment. Babai Nanak Nu Chepara Pawadi, Sher Sultanpur…

Jo sikh saadhu sidak te kaayam, usdi torh nibhanda a.The Sikh who remains steadfast in faith—the Guru honors that bond. Yaad kare guru pal vich aave, Ghari der na laanda a.Remember your Guru, and he arrives in that very moment—never late. Beparvaah beant ik saadhu, jungle de vich rehanda si.There was a carefree, infinite saint…

Haaye ve saadhu sama ha zaalam, Kistaran preet nibhavaan ve.Oh Guru, the times are so cruel—how can I continue to carry this love? Sargun saadhu nazar na aave, Ro ro maaraan haavan ve.Your human form is no longer visible to me. I cry out endlessly in my pain. Dharti te hun thaan na koi, Kithe…

Haye iK Sadhu Maat Si Aiya, Dil Lut Kaye Oh Gaib SadayaMy Guru came to this world, stole my heart with divine love, and then disappeared—returning to his eternal home. Chad Gaya Menu Kamli Karke, Zara Na Taras KamaiyaHe left me in a state of madness, showing no mercy for my pain. Haye Ni Mahi…

Guru Bina Jad Gyan Ni Hunda, Guru Bina Koi Noor NaiWithout meeting a true Guru, you cannot gain true transcendental knowledge; without the Guru, there is no divine light within. Guru Chadavai Baadi Noori Ni, Guru Bina Saroor NiThe Guru liberates a person from the cycle of reincarnation, which even the divine light of God…

Gunagar Banda Ha Mai Tera Sai Vai, ZalamSamai Rakhi Teri Duhai VaiI am your sinner, O my Guru; these harsh times press down on me, and only your grace can keep me on the righteous path. Kade Agai Kade Piche Pendai Pair Vai, Guru Sadhu Bina Meri Kitai Kair VaiSometimes I move towards you, and…

Jedo Peer Di Yaad Satavai Vai, Haa Ishq Di Ashiq Marai VaiIn the pain of separation from my Guru, I cry out in divine love. The pain is so intense that it feels as though it might destroy me. Koi Paap Gunah Na Terai Ni, Dil Lut Da Dine Duparai NiWhen a saint resides in…

Ghari Ghari Guraan Naalo Preet Tutt Di, Guran Ton Bekadreyan Nu Leek LagdiMy love for my Guru is constantly breaking due to my involvement in worldly affairs. Those who don’t value their Guru are ensnared by illusions and suffer the shame that comes with it. Sahmne Te Gaib Donve Roop Guran De, Bekadareyan Nu Saar…

Gaibia Nu Dukh Bada Mat Lok De, Suleman Jai Vekho Paat Chok DeThose who ascend from the Divine Land suffer greatly in this world; look at the trials Suleman endured. Yusuf Je Sonai Ne Bazaar Bikh De, Koo Vich Suthe Nalai Ked Kath DeYusuf, renowned for his beauty, was sold in the market, thrown into…

Gaib wali sadh aave, Jaan nu bachavi na.When the divine call comes, do not try to resist. Duniya saari kaafar aakhe, Supne mein ghabrayin na.Even if the whole world calls you wrong for your love, do not let fear enter your dreams. Sadda sardar da e, Noor nirankar e. Amarjot bol rahi,This call is from…

Fira Ujari Ujare Des Pondi, Koi Peer Di Nagri Dasda NaiI wander around this world, lost and searching for my Guru, but no one tells me where my Guru resides. Meri Boli Nu Samjha Da Koi Nai, Es Ujhare Des Koi Vas Da NaiNo one understands my words in this world; everyone is caught in…

Eh Sees Amanat Sadhu Di, Dar Dar Te Chukaiya Nai JandaThis life belongs to the true Guru; you should not wander from place to place. Eh Sees Amanat Sadhu Di, Pyar Tha Tha Paya Nai JandaThis life belongs to the true Guru; love is not found everywhere. Oh Asi Satgur Dware Jawa Gaye, Raj Raj…

Ilam Akal Science Daan Sab Fail KarsaThe Guru transcends all worldly knowledge and science; what you think is impossible, the Guru can make possible. Eh Science Wale Tu Shanka Mukade, Birho Ke Kooche Mai Jaan KumadeDo not be obsessed with logic and science; abandon your doubts when you approach the door of a saint. Surrender…

Eh Din Aj Bhagpara Aiya, Noori Sardar Aiya HaiToday is a blessed day; the divine Guru Sardar has come into this world. Sab Mil Kaye Aarti Gao, Noori Sardar Aiya HaiLet us all come together and sing his praises; the divine Guru Sardar has arrived. Mukhade Te Chamak Noorani Hai, Na Usda Koi Nishani HaiHis…

Dohi Jahani Naal Jo Renda, Aisa Sadhu Chai DaI need a guru who stays with me in both worlds, the earthly and the divine. Sift Te Rehmat Da Oh Malik, Sada Sahie Pai DaThe guru is the embodiment of pure love and always watches over me. Hardum Dori Kichi Rakhe, Kochwan Jeo Koda DakaiThe guru…

Deeva peer wale sidak utte balda rahe, Aashaq dukh te musibataan jhalda rahe.Keep the candle of faith always burning; lovers of the guru must endure pain and obstacles in life. Jeyon jeyon aashaqan nu duniyan dukhanvdi, Peer wali rehmat dooni chauni ho ke aanvdi.As the world tries to inflict pain on the lovers of the…

Dasvai dwaar ponche maan chandraii, surati wali kunji lakhai kol jindraiiTake your mind to the tenth gate, using the key of concentration to unlock the tenth gate. Dasvai dwaar amar jota kalia, tur diya sathnaa vich maan raliyaIn the tenth gate, the immortal souls dwell; your companions from the beginning are present there. Vishia di…

Daar Tere Aiya Na Tu Mod Sadhu VaiI have come to your door, my Guru; please grant me the blessed vision of Darshan. Do not break the hearts of your humble servants. Dukhia Gareeba Di tu Laaj Rakhda, Nimaniya Gareeba Daye Tu Pad De Tak DaYou are the protector of the humble and the poor,…

Charan Pooj Satgura De Din Rati, Aiya Kaal Te Kari Kyal JindeWorship the Guru day and night; as death approaches each day, keep this in mind. Guru Roop Da Hardum Dhian Karna, Kari Preet Guru Charana De Naal JindeAlways keep your focus on the divine form of the Guru. Jithe Koi Vi Madat Nai Kar…

Jida satgur baitha loh utte, Oh sukh di neend na saundi a.Whose Guru is sitting on a heated pan, how can she sleep peacefully? Tu puchh chandu di nooh kolon, Tann waar ke daudi jaandi a.Ask this question to Chandu’s daughter-in-law, she has no concern for herself and is running towards her Guru. Raste ch…

Cha Hai Tu Vich Vichore Maar, Cha Hai Tu Vech Le Maat BazaarIf you want, you can keep me in this pain of separation; if you want, you can sell me in this world. Oh Peer Mere Tu Apni Yaad Nu Karai Jaye VaiBut my Guru, forever give me your remembrance. Ik Oh Sama Si…

Bole Vai Ishqa Tur Di Bani, Chintha Chika Mitai VaiSpeak, O Divine love, the words from the Almighty; remove from within me the fire of worry. Kade Vai Ishq Butt Di Kaido, Noori Des Pochai VaiLove, free me from the prison of this body and take me to the divine land. Ishq Bina Kade Butt…

Bandia Butt Di Chaudar Chad De, Thake Pende IstaraOh man, let go of the arrogance you have developed over this body; this arrogance makes you suffer in the world. Ho Nimana Jug Te Rena Yaad Guru Di IstaraLive in humility in the world; this is the way of remembering your Guru. Je Tu Taan Maan…

Guru Wale Diya Akha Te Atma Noori Hojanda HaiWhen a person meets a true guru, their soul and eyes become divine. Akhia Te Atma Dendai Duhiye Vai, Sardar Kanu Tundai Moorat Andar Aiye VaiMy eyes and soul are crying out for you, but why do they look outside when you now reside inside my heart?…

Amar kaya sari phul gaye duniyaa, Vishai tai vikara vich pai duniyaThe world has forgotten the immortal form of the Guru that sits inside, they’ve become lost in the ways of the world. Noor da deedar sadhu guru das da, Guru sadhu bina kaun dasai rasthaaOnly a true Satguru can show you the way; without…

Maliya Vai Bhag Suna Chad Kaye nai Jaye Da, Apne He Sevaka Nu Nayio Thadfai daMy Guru (The gardener) you shouldn’t leave your Sikhs (the plants) alone, Do not make your Sikhs suffer in this separation. Haye Mere Sadhu Das Vichora Kive Chaliye, Dil Di Sunai Kenu, Keda Bo-Ah Mali AiMy Guru please explain to…

Hazara Hazoor da Sevak hokai Ishq Da Tap Chad Jaye, Taiye Meri Vadhat Apai Dul Jandi Hai If you align yourself with the True Guru and immerse yourself in divine love, the grace and mercy of the guru will continually shower upon you Jedi Tabia Vich Sara Noor Bekaunt Hovai Odha Sidak Dolai Tai Mai…

Sun Le Maan Apraadhi Mere Kanu Butt Marvavai VaiMy mind, listen to the guru’s teachings, why do you make me waste my life? Udham Karke Bandhar Vangu, Bakre vangu nu Marvai VaiThe mind is like a monkey, completely unstable always trying to pull you into unconsciousness and keep you trapped in internal conflict (unable to…

Sada Gaib De Vich Tikana Vai, Etho Duniya Naye Sarpar Jana VaiThe True home for my soul is in the divine Land, this world will not go withyou Mere Sadhu Naye Hukam Sunia Vai, Sadhu Vaste Maat Te Aiya VaiMy Guru has told me via his divine will that you came onto this earth to…

Rooha Jana Pena Gaibi Dar Te, Jithe Amar Sadhu Sant Vas DaiMy Soul you will have to return to the divine land, This is where all the Saintsreside. Sareer Chad Te Ke Jana Penda, Tenu Sadhu Roz Laye jandaYou must leave this body behind in this world, your guru will take your soulto the divine…