Chapter 53 explains the circumstances surrounding the book's completion. The original author, Hemadpant (Dabholkar), had promised to review the work and provide a summary to conclude the book. However, as stated in the chapter, this did not happen because he "suddenly passed away, leaving everyone’s heart grieved." This event left the task of writing the summary unfinished. The text emphasizes that "Nothing happens by one's own will; Baba’s will is more powerful," suggesting that Hemadpant's untimely death was part of a larger divine plan. This entire situation is detailed at the beginning of Chapter 53.
What happened to Hemadpant, the original author, that prevented him from finishing the Shri Sai Satcharitra with a summary?
📖 Chapter 53