The text mentions Sai as a "Lord of Yoga" and also describes the Godavari river. What connection is made between his appearance and this location?

Yes, Chapter 4 explicitly connects the appearance of Sai, the "Lord of Yoga," with the holy Godavari river. The text draws a parallel with the great saint Ramdas, who left the Godavari to work on the banks of the Krishna. Similarly, it states that for the sake of uplifting the world, Sai appeared on the Godavari. Chapter 4 first establishes the sanctity and purifying power of the Godavari's water, noting it is the location of many holy sites. By placing Sai's appearance in this sacred context, the text suggests his presence was a great merit for the region of Shirdi, which is located near the Godavari.