Using the analogy of the ocean, how does the author describe the ideal state of a listener of holy stories?

In Chapter 15, the author humbly requests the listeners' grace by comparing them to the vast and accommodating ocean. The author says, "Even if filled limitlessly, the ocean does not turn back the rivers; Even when the clouds pour thousands of showers, it gives them all a place." This metaphor suggests that the ideal listener should have a heart as expansive and accepting as the ocean. Just as the ocean accepts both the pure water of the Ganges and the muddy village stream without distinction, a true spiritual seeker should listen with an open, non-judgmental mind. The author wishes to immerse himself in these listeners, trusting that their inherent interest in the stories of saints will allow them to receive the narrative with grace and patience, leading to fulfillment for both the storyteller and the audience.