What inspired the author, Hemadpant, to write the Shri Sai Satcharitra based on the events in the first chapter?

The author, Hemadpant, was profoundly inspired to write the Shri Sai Satcharitra after witnessing the incident of Sai Baba grinding wheat. According to Chapter 1, he was initially filled with wonder, questioning the connection between Baba's grinding and any logical effect. However, when he learned that Baba had metaphorically ground the cholera epidemic and cast it out of the village, he was struck by the 'inconceivable cause and effect.' As he states in Chapter 1, seeing this incredible divine play made him feel like writing a book. Love surged in his heart, and he felt a powerful urge 'to sing the sweet story of Baba.' This event was the catalyst that moved Hemadpant to document Baba's life and plays.