Chapter 4 highlights that a saint's incarnation is needed when people become overly materialistic and lose sight of their ultimate spiritual goal. The text states that people begin to consider wealth, status, sons, and spouses as the only sources of happiness, turning away from higher pursuits. They wander about obsessed with lust and hunger, losing their health and prosperity, and completely missing the chance for self-upliftment. As mentioned in Chapter 4, saints incarnate to awaken religion and protect the system of castes and stages of life, thereby guiding people away from these worldly attachments.
What does Chapter 4 say about people's misplaced priorities and how saints address this during their time on Earth?
π Chapter 4