Is it possible to attain spiritual knowledge if one lacks faith? What does the Satcharitra suggest in Chapter 2?

The Sai Satcharitra is very clear on this point. Chapter 2 explicitly states that attaining spiritual knowledge or goals without faith is impossible. The text asserts, "Without faith (Shraddha) and patience (Saburi), not a bit of the spiritual goal is achieved." This is presented not as a suggestion but as a firm scriptural truth. The narrative reinforces this by explaining that even divine beings like Rama and Krishna submitted to a Guru, and the path to a Guru requires humility and trust, not argumentation. Therefore, faith is positioned as a non-negotiable prerequisite for any spiritual advancement.