Chapter 49 mentions several spiritual practices. How does it rank them in order of importance?

Chapter 49 of the Sai Satcharitra establishes a distinct hierarchy among spiritual practices. The text posits that penance is greater than activities like pilgrimages, vows, sacrifices, or charity. It then states that the singing of Hari's name is considered even greater than penance. However, the chapter culminates by declaring that "the meditation on one's own Guru is the greatest of all." For followers of Sai Baba, the text is explicit: "Sai alone is the object of meditation for His devotees; Sai alone is their worship of deities." This clearly places focused meditation on the Sadguru at the pinnacle of all spiritual endeavors mentioned.