Chapter 14 clarifies that the 'gods,' 'demons,' and 'humans' in the story of Prajapati are not literal beings but rather represent three different types of human nature. The 'gods' are not celestial beings but are defined as those humans who are self-controlled and endowed with noble qualities; 'God' is their title because of their virtuous character. In contrast, the 'demons' are also found among humans, described as those who are violent, wicked, and cruel. The third group, 'humans,' represents the general state of humanity, which is characterized as being gripped by difficult greed. Sai Baba, the ocean of mercy, specifically targeted this last group, stretching out his hand to ask for Dakshina as a way to pull the greed-oriented person up from their attachment and onto a better path.
How does chapter 14 define the 'gods,' 'demons,' and 'humans' in the context of Prajapati's teaching?
📖 Chapter 14