What benefits are promised to those who listen to the stories of Sai Baba in Chapter 36?

According to the introduction of Chapter 36, listening to the life story of Sai offers significant spiritual benefits. The narrative is described not just as a story, but as 'the very water of self-bliss.' The text promises that engaging with these stories removes the 'fatigue and misery of worldly existence,' leading to a state of happiness. It is presented as a path for a 'fortunate soul' to achieve their own spiritual welfare. Furthermore, the chapter states that Sai protects those who sing his hymns completely and never lets them lack for anything, thus purifying the ears of the listeners.