The star will shine until Sur awakens. The soul will be driven by karma until knowledge is complete.

This couplet beautifully captures the human condition, suggesting that the journey of the soul is incomplete until certain realizations occur. Kabir implies that the soul remains bound by the cycle of karma, much like the world is illuminated by a star, yet true awakening and complete knowledge are still awaited. It is a powerful reminder that the ultimate purpose of life lies beyond mere actions, pointing toward spiritual completion.