As recounted in Chapter 39, Sai Baba first appeared in the Nizam State under a mango tree. His eventual arrival in Shirdi was unexpected, as he came along with the wedding party of Dhupkheda. A meritorious man from that village named Chand Patil was the first to find this 'treasure' (Sai). The chapter alludes to a prior story of how Patil lost his horse, met Sai, was made to smoke a chillum, and then recovered his horse. It clarifies, however, that Chand Patil was merely an instrument, as Sai came to Shirdi of his own accord for the upliftment of his devotees.
Can you describe the initial arrival of Sai Baba in Shirdi and the role of Chand Patil as detailed in this chapter?
📖 Chapter 39