Why does the author of the Sai Satcharitra emphasize the importance of listening respectfully to the stories?

The author in Chapter 36 urges respectful listening because the stories of Sai Baba are considered more than just biographical tales; they are a vehicle for spiritual transformation. The text states that if a "fortunate soul desires to achieve their own spiritual welfare, they should listen respectfully to the narration of Sai’s stories." This respectful attention is crucial because the stories are described as the "very water of self-bliss" that can remove the "fatigue and misery of worldly existence" and induce a state of happiness. Therefore, the attitude of the listener is key to unlocking the profound spiritual benefits embedded within these sacred narratives.