Guru Ji’s heart was deeply moved. Bhai Shia Ji, a devoted Sikh of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, was a poor man who earned his living by chopping wood. After days without work, he finally found some and, with the little money he had, went to Bhai Lehna Ji’s grocery shop. Bhai Lehna Ji, known for his kindness, often gave extra rations to those in need. When Bhai Shia Ji handed over his meager earnings and humbly requested, “Bhai Ji, in the name of God, give me some flour as a gift,” Bhai Lehna Ji generously gave him more than asked.
But this troubled Bhai Shia Ji. “My Guru’s command is to accept only what God has given,” he said firmly. “If my money is less, do not give more. Otherwise, keep the money—I will not take the ration.” Puzzled, Bhai Lehna Ji followed him home. There, Bhai Shia Ji joyfully told his wife, “Look, after so many days, the Guru has blessed us with sustenance today!” His wife, equally devoted, didn’t complain about the small portion. Instead, she cheerfully prepared three small prasadams.
What followed was a heartwarming argument—not out of greed, but selflessness. “You work hard, take two,” insisted the wife. Bhai Shia Ji refused, “You must feed the children—you take two, take it all.” Watching this, Bhai Lehna Ji was overcome with emotion. Just then, a yogi arrived—one who had been turned away by every village. Bhai Shia Ji welcomed him warmly, washed his feet, and offered him prasadam. The yogi ate one and asked for another, which Bhai Shia Ji gladly gave. The last prasadam was then split between the husband and wife.
Tears filled Bhai Lehna Ji’s eyes. He rushed to Bhai Shia Ji’s feet and pleaded, “Tell me, who is your Guru? Who has filled your heart with such faith and humility? Take me to him!” Moved by Bhai Shia Ji’s devotion, Bhai Lehna Ji joined Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s sangat and, in time, became Guru Angad Dev Ji—embarking on a true spiritual journey. Sat Sri Akal.
