O God! I have sought the protection of your true congregation. You are the giver of life to the whole world.
When the waste water coming out from the streets mingles with the pure water of the Ganges, then it becomes the holy water of the Ganges. It shows the greatness of pious congregation because this waste water adopts the name of the Ganges.
When the mythical rain drop falls on the hood of a snake then it becomes poison. But when the same drop of rain falls into an open sea-shell then it transforms into a pearl.
This is the result of company. O God! You are sandal, I am a poor castor-oil plant. I dwell near you. Therefore, a humble shrub has become a lofty tree. Your excellent perfume abides in me.
O God! My caste is low, my lineage is low, and low is my profession. But due to your benevolence, I have occupied a supreme place, says Ravidass, the tanner