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32 It remains as a sign of that pious one: A word of advice, the basis of reality. The Granths 27 are subject to some incertitude; They are in bad shape by the hand of man 28. (10) Those who kept on writing afterwards, God knows what they kept on making up. It is suspected that the copies may have errors Since man is never above making a mistake. But this (the Cloak) is safe with surety It is the same what it used to be no doubt is there. The pious ones used to place it on their head With humbleness, when faced with adversity. The ones who used to praise and admire Nanak, They used to say this to every one: (15) “If some one has not seen that righteous one, “He should see the Cloak that is a guide, “The one who does not know about his Faith, “He should cast a glance upon this robe. ” They’d kiss it and pray while weeping and crying, Then God Almighty used to bestow His grace. It was the miraculous effect of this thing That saved Nanak at the time of danger. He escaped from fire and was saved from water Through it and not through other means. (20) Pray take a look at the writings of Angad Where he records the entire narrative. This Cloak points to the display of God’s Might; The Words of God are on it everywhere. The one who is desirous of meeting Nanak today, He should give up his job and work and look at it. About four hundred years have passed away; It is as new as ever a strange marvel. Why was such a Sign left by Nanak? What kind of wisdom was hidden therein? (25) It was this that it might be a witness for Islam And tell the posterity about Nanak’s way. It was the blessing of God on that man; It became a remedy for his pains. It is a hidden trust of the Creator; It was one key to His secrets. It is they who are true in their love Who weep upon seeing this Cloak. O people! Pray hear from me the story of Nanak, Hear the tale of the might of the Lord of Majesty: (30)