316 Appendix 5 By hearing the word Men conquer fear of death and the elements. 0 Nanak, the word bath such magic for the worshippers, Those that hear, death do not fear, Their sorrows end and sins disappear. 9. By hearing the word Mortals are to godliness raised. By hearing the word The foul-mouthed are filled with pious praise. By hearing the word Are .revealed the secrets of the body and of narure. By hearing the word Is acquired the wisdom of all the scriptures. 0 Nanak, the word hath such magic for the worshippers, Those that hear, death do not fear, Their sorrows end and sins disappear. 10. By hearing the word One learns of truth, contentment, and is wise. By bearing the word The need for pilgrimages does not arise. By bearing the word The student achieves scholastic distinction. By hearing the word The mind is easily led to meditation. 0 Nanak, the word bath such magic for the worshippers. Those that hear, death do not fear, Their sorrows end and sins disappear. 11. By hearing the word One sounds the depths of virtue's sea. By hearing the word One acquires learning, holiness, and royalty, By hearing the word The blind see and their paths are visible. By hearing the word The fathomless becomes fordable.