According to the teachings in Chapter 45, true devotion involves engaging all of one's senses and being fully present, whereas superficial worship is merely a physical act without mental and spiritual alignment. The text criticizes the state of looking at an idol while the mind is elsewhere, such as the tongue being immersed in the taste of mangoes or desiring worldly comforts like soft beds while touching the Guru's feet. True devotion requires detachment from the world and a genuine spark of love for God, defining a devotee as someone who cannot bear even a moment's separation from Sai.
What is the difference between true devotion and superficial worship according to this chapter?
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