The phrase "Mat Dekh Bhoola Visre" essentially means "Seeing [these things], let me not forget." Guru Nanak Dev Ji is cautioning us against the trap of Maya (illusion). In our daily lives, we are often consumed by: Material wealth and luxury. Physical beauty and comforts. Social status and ego. Political or personal power.
Gurbani (the sacred verses of Sikhism) serves as a divine guide for the human soul, offering solace, direction, and profound wisdom. Among the many deeply moving compositions in the Guru Granth Sahib, the shabad holds a special place. Composed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, this shabad is a powerful reminder of the transient nature of worldly temptations and the supreme importance of keeping the Divine Name ( Naam ) alive in one's heart.
Palaces of Gold and Jewels: "Motee ta mandir oosrahi ratnee ta ho-ay jara-o."If I had palaces built of pearls, inlaid with jewels, and scented with musk and sandalwood—even then, may I not forget You. mat dekh bhoola visre shabad lyrics
ਕਹੁ ਨਾਨਕ ਸ੍ਰਵਣ ਸੁਨਹੁ ਮਤ ਦੇਖਿ ਭੂਲਹੁ ਮੂਲਿ ਨ ਵਿਸਰਹੁ ॥੧॥
Guru Ji lists some of the ultimate desires of human existence during his time: Living in palaces made of pearls and diamonds. The phrase "Mat Dekh Bhoola Visre" essentially means
"Mat dekh bhoola visre, pyaare man aaye Tin naanak jaachhna kiati, guree padhaaye"
Motee Ta Mandar Oosareh Ratnee Ta Hoh Jaraao ||Kastooree Kungoo Agar Chandan Leep Aavai Chaao ||Mat Dekh Bhoola Veesarai Tera Chit Na Aavai Naao ||1|| Social status and ego
Sultan hova mel laskar takhat rakha pao. Hukam haasal karee baitha naanka sabh vao. Mat dekh bhoola veesrai tera chit na aavai nao.