Sai Baba’s handling of festivals was a practical lesson in universal acceptance and spiritual equanimity. As Chapter 7 describes, during the Hindu festival of Ram Navami, he would not only organize wrestling matches and devotional programs but would also, on the same day, give permission for the Muslim Sandal procession to take place with full ceremony. When some Muslims wished to build a Tabut (tomb replica) for Moharram, he readily gave permission and allowed it to be kept in the mosque for four days. The scripture notes that he celebrated both traditions with equal joy and showed neither joy nor sorrow when the Tabut was eventually removed, demonstrating his impartial love and detachment.
How did Sai Baba's management of festivals like Ram Navami and Moharram exemplify his principle of universal acceptance?
📖 Chapter 7