According to Chapter 39 of the Sai Satcharitra, Chand Patil was a meritorious man who was the first to find the "treasure" that was Sai Baba. The chapter briefly alludes to the full story of how Chand Patil lost his horse, met Sai, was offered a smoke from the chillum, and subsequently found his horse. It then states that the wedding party for Chand Patil's nephew, which was traveling to Shirdi for the ceremony, brought Sai Baba along. The text clarifies that Chand Patil was merely an instrument, as Sai Baba came to Shirdi of his own accord out of great concern for his devotees.
How is Chand Patil's story recounted in Chapter 39, and what was his role in Sai Baba's coming to Shirdi?
📖 Chapter 39