The text says, 'saints are greater than God.' How does Chapter 12 justify this seemingly paradoxical claim?

Chapter 12 of the Sai Satcharitra justifies this bold statement by first defining a specific role for God's incarnation: the protection of the virtuous and the 'complete destruction of the wicked.' The chapter then contrasts this with the role of a saint. It argues that saints are 'greater' because their approach is one of universal compassion; they treat the virtuous and the wicked as equals. Instead of destroying the wicked, a saint’s 'heart breaks into pieces with compassion,' and they prioritize setting the wicked on the right path. This supreme, all-encompassing mercy that seeks to reform all souls, rather than punish some, is presented as the basis for their elevated status.