While Sai Baba often contrasted the paths of Knowledge (Jnana) and Devotion (Bhakti), Chapter 19 reveals that he also acknowledged other powerful means for spiritual advancement. The text explicitly states that 'the Lord told Arjuna that Meditation (Dhyana) is even greater than Knowledge.' Following this, it's noted that Sai Baba also spoke of this means—Meditation—to help his devotees break the bonds of their worldly existence. This suggests a hierarchy of practices where Meditation holds a very high place. Furthermore, the path of Devotion is often expressed through the chanting of the Name (Namasmaran), which Baba frequently explained to his disciples as a way to overcome the illusion of Maya and achieve spiritual awakening.
Besides Knowledge and Devotion, what other spiritual practice did Baba mention, and how does it relate to the ultimate goal of breaking worldly bonds?
📖 Chapter 19