Hukam or Will, itself, is something which no words can describe. It baffles all description. The real understanding of the Divine Will comes only by direct revelation to every soul. But, with a view to bring home some idea of It, the Master indicates the multifarious aspects directed by His Will. He then goes on to indicate the touchstone by which one may know those who have become one with His Will. The knowledge of the Divine Will means the destruction of the ego.
Stanza II
All things are manifestations of His Will; but His Will is beyond description. By His Will is matter quickened into life; by His Will is greatness obtained; by His Will some are born high and others low. By His Will are men’s joys and sorrows ordained;1 by His Will (the pious) obtain Salvation; by His Will (the impious) wander in endless transmigration. All exist under His Will, and nothing stands outside. One attuned with His Will, oh Nanak, is wholly freed from ego.
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Explanation: 1) The reference here is to the Law of Karma or the Law of Cause and Effect. Our joys and sorrows are all ordained – being the result of our past actions. 'As one sows, so does one reap', is a common aphorism. Elsewhere, Nanak, has beautifully said: 'The flowing pen of His Will, runs according to our deeds.'