Chapter 25 begins by establishing the principle that Sai Baba desires 'one-pointed devotion' and that He wards off all misfortunes for a faithful devotee, granting their desires. The text then explicitly presents the story of Damu Anna as a 'report that shows Sai's love for His devotees.' Damu Anna is introduced as a 'well-to-do person from Ahmednagar' who was, most importantly, 'a devotee who was devoted to Sai's feet.' His long-held vow to provide a flag for the Ram Navami festival, which he fulfilled for many years with 'uninterrupted love and devotion,' serves as direct evidence of his steadfast faith, making him a perfect example of the one-pointed devotion discussed at the start of the chapter.
Chapter 25 opens by discussing one-pointed devotion. How is Damu Anna's story introduced as an example of this principle?
📖 Chapter 25