The story of the eggplant dish, found in Chapter 9, illustrates Sai Baba's profound connection with his devotees. A devotee, not present herself, sent eggplants with the Purandare family, asking them to prepare two dishes for Baba: a mashed dish called 'bharit' and fried slices called 'kachrya'. When the family reached Shirdi, they prepared and offered the bharit during the meal after the Arati. Baba and others found it delicious. Then, a wish arose in Baba's mind for the kachrya, and he asked for them to be brought. This caused some confusion, as it was not the season for eggplants, and no one knew where to find them. A search led them back to the devotee who brought the bharit, and upon asking her, the original request for both dishes was revealed, showing everyone how Baba was aware of the devotee's loving intention.
What is the story about the eggplant dish that was prepared for Sai Baba by the Purandare family?
📖 Chapter 9