What are the spiritual benefits of hearing Sai Baba's stories, according to the beginning of Chapter 36?

According to the introduction of Chapter 36 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra, listening to Sai's stories offers profound spiritual benefits. The text describes these narratives not as mere stories, but as the "very water of self-bliss" which, when drunk, paradoxically increases the thirst for devotion. It is stated that respectfully listening to the narration of Sai’s life can remove the fatigue and misery of worldly existence, leading to a state of happiness. The chapter emphasizes that this practice is a path for a fortunate soul to achieve their own spiritual welfare, suggesting that the act of listening is a form of devotional practice that purifies the listener and brings them closer to spiritual fulfillment.