Kabir says: "I am the faithful dog of God. My
name is Moti (pearl).
He put the collar of His
name around my neck. Wherever He pulls, I follow".
Kabir’s Metaphor of Devotion:
The Faithful Dog
Kabir uses a striking metaphor to convey the nature of his devotion to God, declaring, "I am the faithful dog of God. My name is Moti (pearl).
He put the collar of His name around my neck. Wherever He pulls, I follow." In this analogy, Kabir identifies himself as a loyal dog, named Moti, who belongs wholly to the Divine.
The collar represents the bond of God's name, signifying total
surrender and commitment.
This image emphasizes Kabir's humility and unwavering readiness to follow wherever God leads, without question or resistance.
The act of allowing God to place the collar and guide his path illustrates a profound trust and a relinquishing of personal will.
For Kabir, true devotion means submitting one's ego and desires,
becoming a devoted servant who responds only to the Divine call.
Through this metaphor, Kabir demonstrates that spiritual fulfillment is found in selfless obedience and in embracing one’s identity as a humble follower of God.
The
relationship is marked by trust, loyalty, and a willingness to go wherever the
Divine directs.
