રાખે રંગ કનકાવતી સુજાણરે, એવો રંગ રાખજો ફૂલાંદે વેવાણરે; રાખે રંગ ગુલાબવહુ આજ જેવોરે, રાખજો રંગ જીવકોર વહુ તમે તેવો રે.
— Dalpatram
Meaning

May you, Phoolande Vevaan, maintain your vibrant spirit and grace, just as the wise Kanakavati does. Similarly, may you, Jivkor-vahu, keep your cheerful disposition, mirroring Gulab-vahu's today.

Explanation

This couplet is a beautiful blessing, often heard at joyous occasions like weddings. It wishes for relationships to always be vibrant and full of happiness, just like the wise Kanakavati keeps her home lively, and as Gulab Vahu maintains her cheerfulness. It's a wish for the recipient, perhaps Phulande or Jivkor Vahu, to similarly nurture joy and lasting love in their lives, ensuring that the colors of happiness never fade. It's about maintaining enthusiasm and warmth in life's connections.

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