How did the Patil's miraculous cure in Chapter 13 lead to the creation of a new devotional practice?

Following his miraculous healing from a severe disease, the Patil's immense gratitude inspired him to create a new form of worship, as detailed in Chapter 13. He initiated a practice called the "Satya-Sai vow," which was modeled on the traditional Satyanarayan vow. The chapter explains that he began this practice "full of devotion and faith, with a heart overflowing with joy." Instead of the usual story, the Patil would read the three chapters dedicated to Sainath from Das Ganu's 'Bhaktalilamrut,' which he considered the true "Satya-Sai story." He equated Sai with Narayan, seeing "no difference in either," and performed this vow regularly on Thursdays with offerings and celebrations. This tradition, born from his personal experience, eventually became a custom in his village, showing how profound faith can inspire new forms of devotional expression.