Sikhism: A life is only truly successful if you have taken care of the parents who took care of you (BHAI GURDAS, VAAR 37)

Sikh Wisdom

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— BHAI GURDAS, VAAR 37

"He who does not serve his parents, his life is lived in vain."

Modern Translation & Meaning

"A life is only truly successful if you have taken care of the parents who took care of you."

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