How does Chapter 49 rank different spiritual practices, and what does it declare to be the most supreme discipline for a follower of Sai?

In a detailed comparison of spiritual acts, Chapter 49 establishes a clear hierarchy of importance. It states that while penance is greater than pilgrimages, vows, sacrifices, or charity, the singing of Hari's name is greater still. However, the chapter concludes that "the meditation on one's own Guru is the greatest of all." This places devotion to the Sadguru at the pinnacle of all spiritual endeavors. For followers of Sai, Chapter 49 is unequivocal in its message: "Sai alone is the object of meditation for His devotees; Sai alone is their worship of deities. Sai alone is their secret treasure."