How did Balaram's spiritual focus differ from his family's, and what were his ultimate spiritual affiliations?

While Balaram Dhurandhar was born into a deeply religious family, his personal spiritual path showed a distinct focus. Chapter 51 states that his family, including his father, were devout followers of Shri Rama, with unwavering faith in Rama's name. However, the text explicitly notes that while "the father's deity was Rama," Balaram's own refuge was Vithala, also known as Panduranga, for whom he had great love. Despite this focus on Vithala, he is also described as a "supreme devotee of Sai." This indicates a multi-faceted spiritual life that culminated, upon his death on June 9, 1925, in him merging into Vithala, his chosen deity.