Never enquire of a saint's caste,
Query for sure his knowledge vast,
Put price upon a goodly sword,
Leave alone sheath and scabbard.
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The philosopher- spiritualist Kabeer has laid before us a multitude of advices which have been considered as gems of saintly thoughts, later known under the title " DOHE" . The metaphorical expertise applied by St. Kabeer is ascertive to bring out the meaning of his verses. It's meaningless to know the caste of a saint; know how much sharp a sword is, need not bother for the sheath. Brilliant translation.....10
Your reading of St Kabeer is excellent dear poet. Thanks for visiting with such good comments.
Only Kabir could spell wisdom through his invaluable couplets. Thank you Sir for the brilliant translation....10
'Thanks for brilliant translation'... I think if the original is from such a one as Kabeer the translation has to be good enough. Thanks for the comments.
This poem by Kabeer which is brilliantly translated by you has an outstanding concept. Knowledge is main not the caste, sword is main nor the sheath. Thanks for sharing.