The thought explains that it means ignorance and knowledge respectfully. This should not be taken as a prayer to live endless years in heaven or on earth.
<h3>What is prayer?</h3>
Prayer refers to a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to god.
Lead me from darkness to light, refers to the darkness and light meaning ignorance and knowledge respectfully. Lead me from death to immorality means a prayer to the guru for assistance in realizing the truth.
