What does the Satcharitra say in Chapter 12 about people who are proud of their knowledge versus those who have simple faith?

Chapter 12 draws a sharp contrast between those with intellectual pride and those with simple faith. It criticizes individuals who, though well-versed in scriptures, become "intoxicated with the pride of knowledge" and obstruct the path of devotion. The chapter warns that their end "does not seem good" and that the "stiffness of dry knowledge is fruitless." In contrast, as highlighted in this chapter, an ignorant person can overcome the fears of worldly existence purely through the power of firm faith. By placing faith at the feet of saints, the ignorance of the ignorant is destroyed, while pride can be a significant obstacle to spiritual progress.