Chapter 5 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra explains the circumstances of Baba's return. After a period of being 'hidden,' the narrative describes him as a 'gem' that was found again in Shirdi. His reappearance was not a solitary one; he arrived in Shirdi as part of a Muslim wedding party. The text explicitly states its purpose is to tell the story of how Baba, after being hidden, returned to Shirdi with Chand Patil, whose story of meeting Baba and finding his lost mare is the precursor to this return journey. This event marked the beginning of Baba's long-term residence in the village.
I heard that Baba was 'hidden' for a time. How did he eventually return to Shirdi?
๐ Chapter 5