When I am quiet, they say I have no knowledge;
When I speak, I talk too much they say.
When I sit, they say an unwelcome guest has come to stay;
When I depart, I have deserted my family and run away.
When I bow, they say it of fear that I pray.
Nothing can I do that in peace I may spend my time.
Preserve Thy servant’s honour now and
Hereafter, O Lord sublime.
– Prabhati
tags: Guru Nanak Jayanti