कथा-कीर्तन कुल विशे , भवसागर की नाव। कहत कबीरा या जगत में नाहि और उपाव॥
— Kabir
Meaning

The lineage of storytelling and devotional singing, the boat across the ocean of existence. Kabir says that in this world, there is no other remedy/solution.

Explanation

Kabir paints life as a vast ocean of existence, and the tradition of storytelling and devotional singing is presented as the sole boat to cross it. He emphasizes that in this complex world, there is no other solution or refuge; only the path of devotion and remembrance can guide us. These verses beautifully suggest that the spiritual journey itself is the only true anchor in life.

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