Before departing for the Chavadi, Sai Baba performed a series of specific, deliberate actions that can be seen as symbolic of creating stability and divine order. Chapter 37 recounts these moments in detail. After Tatya Patil helped Him prepare by placing a shawl on Him, Baba, ready with His kafni and satka, would perform a small ritual. He would go to the wall where firewood was kept, move His right big toe at that spot for a moment, and then personally wave His hand over the burning flame of a lamp, extinguishing it before setting out. Only then would the procession begin with music and fireworks. These precise, repeated actions before the grand, dynamic procession could symbolize the importance of grounding oneself in personal ritual and divine action before stepping out into the world, providing a stable inner foundation that helps one navigate life's changes without anxiety.
What were some of Sai Baba's specific actions before leaving for the Chavadi, and what could they signify about finding stability amidst a chaotic world?
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