Conflict, suffering, and pettiness arise from abuses. He who departs is a saint; he who seeks attachment is lowly.

This couplet explores the profound difference between genuine detachment and superficial attachment. Kabir suggests that the true saint is one who walks away from worldly comforts and embraces the path of suffering and conflict, finding peace in that very journey. Conversely, the one who actively seeks attachment or clings to worldly desires is considered low in spirit. The core message emphasizes that true spiritual elevation comes only through detachment (vairagya).