Chapter 51 provides a vivid description of the specific rituals during the Chavadi procession. Before the procession, a grand bhajan was held in the courtyard. As the procession moved, a decorated horse named Shyam-Sundar danced at the front. When the beautiful procession arrived before the Chavadi, Baba would stop and face north, performing specific ritual hand movements. At this moment, Tatya Patil would walk on Baba's left holding a lantern. The light from the lamps would mix with Baba's golden complexion, making his face shine "like gold mixed with copper, like the morning sun." This holy darshan was considered a blessed sight by all who witnessed it.
What were some of the specific rituals and visual details observed during Sai Baba's procession to the Chavadi?
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