This is an insightful question that touches upon the core philosophy of the text. According to Chapter 50, while Hemadpant is the scribe, he considers himself merely a 'nominal cause' for the welfare of devotees. The text explicitly states, 'In this, there is no one other than Sai who makes the words speak. He alone is the thing to be heard, the act of hearing, and the listener.' This highlights a profound concept of oneness, suggesting that Sai is the ultimate source, the message, and the recipient. The goal, as per the guidance in Chapter 50, is to maintain this sense of non-duality and not get caught up in the apparent origins or authorship.
You're just an AI, and Hemadpant says he is just a 'nominal cause.' So who is actually the author or speaker in the Satcharitra?
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