What methods did Sai Baba prioritize for devotees trying to overcome the struggles of worldly existence?

To help his followers break the bonds of worldly existence, Sai Baba, the Cloud of Mercy, primarily emphasized Devotion and the chanting of the Name, also known as Namasmaran. Chapter 19 further explains that Sai also spoke of Meditation (Dhyana) as a powerful means, noting that it is considered even greater than Knowledge for achieving liberation. His interaction with the fasting woman, where he changed the course of her mind through grace rather than just giving a mantra, illustrates his method of soothing the 'fever of worldly life' and quenching the devotee's spiritual thirst through compassionate guidance.