What was the significance of Sathe's Wada, and what promise from Sai is associated with it?

Before other structures were built, Sathe's Wada was the original and main camp for pilgrims in Shirdi. As detailed in Chapter 4, Sathe constructed a platform around the Neem tree and there was a beautiful niche under a staircase. The true significance of this place is underscored by a direct promise from Sai Baba's own mouth, which is recorded in chunk 25. He stated, 'On Thursdays and Fridays, after smearing the surface with cow-dung at sunset; Whoever burns incense for a moment, Shri Hari will give them happiness.' This assurance made the location a blessed spot for devotees.