According to Chapter 7, Sai Baba treated festivals from both Hindu and Muslim traditions with equal joy and impartiality. For the Hindu festival of Ram Navami, he would have a cradle tied in the assembly hall and arrange for devotional stories and songs (Katha and Kirtan). On the same day, he would also grant permission for the Muslim Sandal procession to take place with ceremony. The chapter also mentions that he organized wrestling matches for Ram Navami, prepared Gopal-Kala for Gokul Ashtami, and ensured there were no obstacles to Muslim prayers (Namaz) during Eid. He even permitted Muslims to build a Tabut in the mosque for Moharram, demonstrating his inclusive and harmonious approach to all faiths.
How did Sai Baba approach the celebration of different religious festivals in Shirdi?
π Chapter 7