Do not torment the weak, for their curse is potent. Even the sigh of life can reduce iron to ash.

Kabir reminds us that tormenting the weak is unwise because their emotional depth holds immense power. He uses the powerful metaphor of 'हाय' (a sigh or curse) to illustrate this. Kabir suggests that even a sigh, detached from life itself, possesses enough force to reduce iron to ash. This profound message teaches us to respect the silent suffering and inner strength of every individual.