Considering Babasaheb Tarkhad was a follower of the Prarthana Samaj, what does his commitment to and remorse over the worship of Sai's image signify?

Babasaheb Tarkhad's actions reveal a devotion that transcends prescribed religious affiliations. As Chapter 9 notes, his son was initially hesitant to entrust him with idol worship because he was a follower of the Prarthana Samaj. However, Babasaheb not only promised to perform the ritual but also prayed sincerely to do it correctly. The fact that he was deeply distressed and tearfully remorseful when he forgot the Naivedya offering signifies that his personal love and commitment to Sai were paramount. His actions suggest that for him, the form of worship was secondary to the sincerity of his heart and his personal relationship with his beloved Sai, showing a devotion that was both powerful and deeply personal.