One day, Nanak Ji’s father said to him, “You…

One day, Nanak Ji’s father said to him, “You should stop taking the cattle to the pastures and instead take care of our fields yourself. When we lease them out, we only get half the profit. Now, I want to arrange your marriage, so you must take responsibility for the fields. This will keep your wandering mind engaged in household affairs. There is no need for you to roam in the forests anymore.” By this time, Nanak Ji was about 15 years old.

Nanak Ji started taking care of the fields. He would wake up early in the morning, bathe, meditate, and then go to the fields. There, he would meet the farm laborers, plow the land, and engage in other farming activities like fertilizing and weeding. That year, the crops grew exceptionally well.

When Mehta Kalu Ji saw the lush, green fields, he was overjoyed. In his happiness, he embraced Nanak Ji and showered him with love.

He said, “I always complain that my son is useless! But you have proved me wrong and removed all my concerns. Now, I will finalize your marriage with the daughter of my friend.”

Thus, Mehta Kalyan Chand Ji discussed with his wife, Tripta Ji, saying, “Our son is no longer as detached as before. He has started taking an interest in farming. To keep him engaged, it would be best to get him married soon. Otherwise, who knows, he might return to his old ways.”

Mehta Kalu Ji then sent a message to his childhood friend, Moolchand, who had once been his classmate. Moolchand was now working as a revenue officer in the village of Batala. His daughter, Sulakkhani, was skilled, talented, and beautiful in every way. Since both families were well-matched, Moolchand Ji accepted the marriage proposal. It was decided that the wedding would take place after some time.

However, Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s mind was always occupied with thoughts of human welfare and making future plans for it. He spent most of his time in deep contemplation of the Divine, which led to the deterioration of farming activities. Seeing this, Mehta Kalu Ji became very upset but did not complain to anyone.

Nanak Ji had no interest in business or manual labor. He spent most of his time in solitude, engaged in meditation and reflection. In the end, his father decided that farming was not suitable for Nanak. It would be better to involve him in trade instead.