In the narrative from Chapter 35, Babasaheb Tarkhad plays a subtle but crucial role as a steadfast devotee. When the curious Boss Dharamsee asks why he comes to Shirdi, Tarkhad gives a simple, honest answer: "For Darshan." He doesn't try to convince or argue about miracles, stating instead that one's desires find fulfillment. Later, after Dharamsee experiences the miracle of the seedless grapes, he asks Tarkhad about his own grapes. Tarkhad's confirmation that his grapes did have seeds serves as the final piece of evidence for Dharamsee, solidifying the reality of the miracle and deepening his astonishment. Tarkhad represents the quiet, unwavering faith that acts as a guidepost for newcomers.
What was Babasaheb Tarkhad's role in the story of Dharamsee's first visit, and what can we learn from him?
π Chapter 35