How does the author perceive their own role in writing these stories, and what is the source of their inspiration?

The author presents themselves as a humble instrument for a higher power. Citing Chapter 2, they compare their situation to how saints inspired Mahipati and Das Ganu to write their biographies. The author states, "Making me his pen, Baba himself will guide my hand. I am merely the owner in name; I only shape the letters." This reflects a belief that the stories are being written through them, not by them. The inspiration comes from a deep desire to collect Sai's various stories and string them into a garland as a form of worship, believing that even a few words can bring immense spiritual benefit.