As described in Chapter 3, Sainath's role in creating these stories was primary, as he merely used the author as a pretext or instrument to get the work done. The nature of his love is illustrated through two powerful analogies. First, his love is compared to that of a motherly cow who feels an uncontrollable surge of milk for her calf, symbolizing a natural, overflowing compassion that cannot be withheld. Second, Sai is likened to a 'cloud of joy' that rains down to satisfy the thirst of a devotee, who is compared to a Chataka bird, thereby fulfilling the devotee's spiritual longing intensely.
Using the analogies provided in Chapter 3, explain the nature of Sai's love and his role in the creation of the Satcharitra.
📖 Chapter 3