Chapter 36 reveals a unique and intimate relationship between Sai Baba, his stories, and his devotees. It is mentioned that 'He loves his own stories very much,' and because of this love, he 'constantly provides memories of them.' This act of providing memories makes the listener and the speaker a 'mere pretext' for a deeper purpose: fulfilling the desires of the devotees. This implies that the narration of his life is an active form of his grace. On whomever he bestows this grace, he shows them various forms and creates inconceivable events. In this way, the stories are not just historical accounts but living manifestations of his continued presence and support for those devoted to him.
Can you elaborate on Sai Baba's relationship with his own stories and his devotees as described in the introductory passages of Chapter 36?
📖 Chapter 36