The preface to the Shri Sai Satcharita references the Dnyaneshwari. What do these verses reveal about the path to salvation through studying sacred texts?

The preface in Chapter 0 extensively quotes the Dnyaneshwari to illuminate the path to salvation through engaging with the Shri Sai Satcharita. The verses from Dnyaneshwari Chapter 18 explain that by faithfully reading the dialogue within the story, a devotee performs a 'sacrifice of knowledge (Jnana-yagna).' In this sacred act, the 'ignorance of the ego' is offered as an oblation into the 'fire of knowledge,' which satisfies the Supreme Soul. Furthermore, the act of bringing this sacred knowledge to other devotees with respect is highly praised. The ultimate outcome of this faithful study and sharing, as promised in the verses, is that after the body perishes, the devotee 'becomes one with Me,' signifying a complete union with the Divine.