In describing the day of Sai Baba's Mahasamadhi, Chapter 42 makes an interesting philosophical point. The text notes that the day of Baba's passing was Vijayadashami, but also mentions that for some it was Buddha Jayanti. It then draws a direct comparison, stating, "The birth anniversary of gods is the death anniversary of saints." This implies that while gods are celebrated for their birth into the world, great saints like Sai are celebrated for their departure, or Punya Tithi, which marks their liberation from the physical form and their ultimate merging with the divine. This highlights the significance of a saint's Mahasamadhi as a moment of spiritual triumph and celebration for devotees.
The text mentions a distinction between the death anniversaries of saints and the birth anniversaries of gods. What does Chapter 42 say about this in relation to Sai Baba?
📖 Chapter 42