What is the significance of a 'Parayana' or seven-day reading as mentioned in the Satcharitra?

A 'Parayana' is a devotional reading of a sacred book completed over a set period, such as seven days. In Chapter 18, a devotee named Sathe undertakes a week-long reading of the Guru Charitra. When he is unsure how to proceed, Sai Baba instructs him to perform another repetition. Baba explains the profound benefits of this practice, stating, "By doing the Parayana of this book, welfare will be achieved; God will be pleased, and the bonds of worldly existence will be broken." This emphasizes that the act of disciplined, repeated reading is a path to spiritual purity and liberation, a practice highly encouraged by Baba for the welfare of his devotees.