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Guru Nanak Dev Ji stresses the cultivation of the inner qualities, of conquering the mind. The lifestyle of these Yogis was characterised by their detachment from the world and asceticism. This pauri is addressed to the Nath Yogis, /u/asdfioho probably knows more about them than me, but also refers to the Aaee Panthi, one of the highest sects in Hinduism. He takes the practices the Yogis used to become more spiritual to give his own views on achieving union with Waheguru. Guru Nanak Dev Ji adovcated a practical approach to life. These were the methods of attempting to become pure, to achieve union with Waheguru. The Yogis were devotees of the Hindu god Shiva, they kept their hear in dreadlocks, they would wear rags and smear the body with ashes, as a sign of humility and detachment. They call themselves Yogis, this name is derived from the word Yoga, which means union. So, before taking us to the peak of spirituality, Guru Ji mentions a group of people who claim to be one with Waheguru. We should take advantage of this opportunity, this human birth, to realise Waheguru. Guru Ji brings us even closer to the ultimate goal, union with Waheguru. Guru Ji has also dicussed the harmony within nature, using music, and has dicussed the concept of our place in this creation. In the previous pauris, Guru Ji has been attempting to describe the ultimately, undescribable Akaal Purakh. Guru Nanak Dev Ji is now making another transition in the Japji Sahib. Throughout the ages, he remains (eko ves - one state) unchanged. To the begining of everything, the infinite, unstained One (free from attachment), without a beginning, without an end. Conquer your mind and you shall conquer the world.
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Make your aaee panthi (the highest order of the Yogis, this metaphor will be explained) the fellowship of the whole of humanity (all are people equal, be one with all). Āī panthī sagal jamātī man jītai jag jīt. Make death (rememberance of death, and death of ego) the coat made of rags, keep the body pure (a virgin, holy men used to remain celibate) by refraining from bad actions, make this your way of life, let your staff be the trust and support of Waheguru. Khinthā kāl kuārī kāiā jugat dandā paratīt. Make contentment your earrings, work hard to earn rather than carrying a begging bowl (or bag), smear the ashes of focus and contemplation (on the body and mind). Mundā santōkh saram pat jhōlī dhiān kī karah bibhūt.