What are the foundational principles of worship and devotion laid out at the beginning of Chapter 11?

The beginning of Chapter 11 of the Sai Satcharitra outlines several foundational principles for a devotee. It advises that faith in the Guru's word should be one's 'seat' and that one must renounce all worldly desires to perform worship with firm resolve. This chapter highlights Sai Baba's equal treatment of both Hindus and Muslims, presenting it as an act of worship in Shirdi. Furthermore, it equates meditation on Baba's manifest form with the sacred chanting of the Eleven Rudras, emphasizing its power. The Guru is described as the ultimate resting place for exclusive devotees, who should be remembered with love in one's heart.