What specific event inspired the author Hemadpant to write the Shri Sai Satcharitra?

The primary inspiration for Hemadpant to write the Shri Sai Satcharitra came from witnessing Sai Baba grind wheat and later understanding its profound significance, as detailed in Chapter 1. The author was initially filled with 'great wonder' at the sight. The true catalyst, however, was learning about the 'inconceivable cause and effect' of the event—that the wheat represented the cholera epidemic, and by grinding it, Baba had eradicated the disease from the village. According to Chapter 1, upon seeing this connection, Hemadpant felt like writing a book. The sheer wonder of Baba's divine play and the powerful, non-obvious way he protected his people filled the author's heart with love and a desire to 'sing the sweet story of Baba,' which culminated in the creation of this sacred text.