All things—be they branches, leaves, fruits, or flowers—are gathered in this one; what was Kabir following when he grasped the root.

This couplet teaches us that everything in life—the branches, leaves, and flowers—is connected to a single source. Kabir's question directs us to focus on the fundamental source and foundation of existence rather than external appearances. He suggests that pursuing superficial things is futile; true knowledge lies in grasping the root itself.