How does the narrative of the Chavadi serpent incident reflect on the principles of non-violence and destiny?

After describing how the venomous snake was killed to save the devotees, Chapter 22 delves into the complex nature of non-violence. It acknowledges the difficulty in having fixed rules of behavior by citing Saint Tukaram, who stated that while creatures like snakes are forms of 'Narayana,' they should be 'bowed to from a distance' and are also 'unrighteous' and 'deserve a shoe.' The incident and subsequent reflection suggest that actions are often dictated by one's innate nature and the specific circumstances, or 'divine ordinance.' The killing of the snake, while contrary to absolute non-violence, was a necessary act to preserve human life, illustrating a practical rather than dogmatic approach to complex moral dilemmas.