Death is better than begging, O mind. For death is better than asking for alms from the true Guru; this is the teaching of the True Guru.

Kabir suggests that begging, particularly for spiritual sustenance, is tantamount to death. The 'begging' here is not merely for material alms, but for the satisfaction of the mind and the Guru's grace. The Shayar emphasizes that enduring the pain of the journey is far superior to clinging to false hopes or seeking validation. This teaching highlights that true liberation is achieved only by letting go of the ego and the illusion of self.