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Singing or listening to this shabad brings serenity ( Shanti ) and comfort to a chaotic mind. 5. Popular Renderings and Where to Listen

ਉਸ ਦਾ ਨਾਮ ਸਿਮਰ ਸਿਮਰ ਕੇ ਜੀਵਿ ਆਪਣੇ ਅੰਦਰ ਵੱਸਦਾ ਹੈ

Simmering His Name, He resides Within your own being

is more than just lyrics; it is a wake-up call to the soul. In a world full of distractions, it serves as a guiding light, reminding us to balance our material life with spiritual devotion.

The shabad is widely available on major music streaming platforms, making it accessible to a global audience. You can listen to the renditions mentioned above on popular services like and Gaana , as well as search for numerous live and studio recordings on YouTube .

The shabad serves as a profound caution against being deceived by material wealth, sensory pleasures, spiritual powers, and political authority, reminding the devotee that focusing on anything other than the Divine Name ( Naam ) is a form of forgetfulness. Below is a verse-by-verse explanation of the shabad's meaning based on the authoritative translation by Professor Sahib Singh.

You can find traditional kirtan versions of this shabad on YouTube by searching for "Mat Dekh Bhoola Kirtan." 6. Conclusion

ਮੋਤੀ ਤ ਮੰਦਰ ਊਸਰਹਿ ਰਤਨੀ ਤ ਹੋਹਿ ਜੜਾਉ ॥ਕਸਤੂਰੀ ਕੁੰਗੂ ਅਗਰਿ ਚੰਦਨਿ ਲੀਪਿ ਆਵੈ ਚਾਉ ॥ਮਤੁ ਦੇਖਿ ਭੂਲਾ ਵੀਸਰੈ ਤੇਰਾ ਚਿਤਿ ਨ ਆਵੈ ਨਾਉ ॥੧॥

In ancient India, the pursuit of Riddhis and Siddhis (occult powers) was highly sought after. Guru Nanak warns that being worshiped by the public for magical feats is just another trap for the ego.