The analogy of the doctor and patient, detailed in Chapter 27, illustrates Baba's skillful approach to guiding his devotees. A stubborn patient might insist on sweet jaggery, which is harmful, before taking bitter medicine. A clever doctor will use a trick, giving the jaggery first to get the patient to take the medicine, thus achieving the healing purpose. Similarly, as described in this chapter, Sai Baba would sometimes change the 'vehicle' or medium of his teachings to suit a devotee's disposition, removing harmful influences while ensuring the intended spiritual medicine becomes effective.
The Satcharitra uses an analogy of a doctor and a patient to describe Baba's methods. Can you explain this comparison?
📖 Chapter 27