Maya translated in English
Up till now I have lost much and wasted life in idle pursuits.
The grace of Lord Rama has aroused me from sleep.
Awakened now,
I shall not allow myself to be victimized by Maya (illusion).
I have gained the grace of the Lord's Name.
I shall hold it fast to my bosom and not let it from me for a second.
The beautiful form of the Lord I shall cherish in my mind.
Long has this world mocked me, making me a slave of the senses.
Now I shall have no more of it.
I am now a bee at my Lord's Lotus Feet and shall not allow my mind to leave the enjoyment of their nectar for a moment.
Tulsidas speaks of his awakening from the sleep of Maya (illusion), and expresses his determination to live the spiritual life.
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