સત્યનામ કબીર, સત્યનામ કબીર

નાદબ્રહ્મ પદ – ૮૬૯, પૃષ્ઠ-૫૯૧
Nādbrahma pada 869, page 591

સત્યનામ કબીર, સત્યનામ કબીર
ગુરુદેવ કબીર, ગુરુદેવ કબીર ... ૧
satya-nām kabir, satya-nam kabir
guru-dev kabir, guru-dev kabir ... 1

આવો આવો રે કબીર, આવો આવો રે કબીર
ભીડ ભાંગો રે કબીર, ભીડ ભાંગો રે કબીર ... ૨
āvo āvo re kabir, āvo āvo re kabir
bheed bhāňgo re kabir, bhād bhāňgo re kabir ... 2

દર્શન દેજો રે કબીર, દર્શન દેજો રે કબીર
સત્યનામ કબીર, સત્યનામ કબીર ... ૩
darshan dejo re kabir, darshan dejo re kabir
satya-nām kabir, satyānam kabir ... 3

English translation (by AI):
This prayer is a rhythmic chant of intense devotion and surrender to Guru Kabir. The seeker continuously invokes his true name, calling upon the spiritual master to manifest, shatter their inner and outer suffering (bheed bhango), and bless them with his divine, transformative vision (darshan).

1. True is the Name of Kabir, True is the Name of Kabir.
My Divine Master Kabir, My Divine Master Kabir.

2. Come, oh come to me, Kabir; come, oh come to me, Kabir.
Dispel my distress, Kabir; shatter my suffering, Kabir.

3. Grant me your divine vision, Kabir; reveal your sacred self to me, Kabir.
True is the Name of Kabir, True is the Name of Kabir.

Spiritual Essence and Essence
This chant is an intense prayer of Arati and Pukar (a deep, desperate cry of the soul for the Divine). Unlike longer bhajans that discuss philosophy, this short, rhythmic chant bypasses the intellect and acts as a direct call from the heart. It operates on the spiritual principle that repetition of a mantra or the Guru’s name stabilizes the mind and magnetizes the divine presence.
The essence centers on Bheed Bhangna—the power of the Sadguru to destroy the heavy burdens of worldly life, ignorance, and ego. It transitions from praising the name (Satyanam) to calling for the physical or internal presence of the master, culminating in the ultimate desire of any seeker: Darshan (divine vision).

Core Spiritual Takeaways
•    The Power of Focused Sound (Naad Yoga): The repetitive nature of this prayer teaches us that chanting simple, sacred words anchors the mind. It clears mental chatter and creates a pure space inside the seeker for spiritual energy to enter.
•    Vulnerability in Prayer: Asking the Guru to "Aavo" (Come) and "Bheed bhaango" (Dispel distress) shows total vulnerability. It teaches us that spiritual progress begins when we drop our pride and admit we need divine help to navigate life’s hardships.
•    The Guru as the Ultimate Protector: The phrase Bheed bhaango implies that when the worldly chaos or internal doubts overpower a seeker, the Guru acts as a shield, instantly shattering those obstacles to restore peace.
•    Longing for Divine Vision (Darshan): The ultimate goal of this chant is not material relief, but Darshan. It reminds us that looking upon the divine form of the master is the ultimate medicine that purifies the soul and terminates spiritual blindness.