Chapter 38 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra teaches that a disciple must have absolute faith when receiving Prasad from their Guru. The text explicitly states that if a disciple "entertains a doubt about what is edible or inedible" when the Guru himself gives the Prasad, that disciple "suffers spiritual suicide and goes toward a downfall." This principle is considered so important that Baba would use various means, including jokes and tests, to help his devotees experience it directly. The story of asking Dada Kelkar to fetch meat is introduced as a practical illustration of this very lesson, highlighting the supreme importance of obedience and trust over personal reservations or customs.
What does the Shri Sai Satcharitra say about a disciple's attitude when receiving prasad from their Guru, especially if it's something they wouldn't normally eat?
📖 Chapter 38