Inner Turmoil Recedes by His mere Glance
Once, in the evening, there was a terrible storm in Shirdi. The sky was overcast with thick black clouds. The wind began to blow forcibly. The clouds roared, lightning began to flash, and rains began to descend in torrents. In a short time, the whole place was flooded with water. All the creatures – birds, beasts and men became terribly frightened and flocked to the masjid for shelter. There are many local deities in Shirdi, but none of them came to their help. So they all prayed to Baba – their God, who was fond of their devotion, and asked Him to intercede and quell the storm. Baba was much moved. He came out and, standing at the edge of the masjid, addressed the storm in a loud and thunderous voice, “Stop, stop your fury and be calm.” In a few minutes the rains subsided, the winds ceased to blow, and the storm stopped. The moon rose in the sky and the people then went home pleased.
As quoted in Shri Guru Bhagavat:
He Gurudeba Bhaktapriya || Mane mo narahu sanshaya
Sabukarmara antaraale || Tuma krupaara leela chaale
Oh Guru! Lover of devotees! Let me not have the slightest doubt in my mind that behind all my activities lies your compassionate Leela (Divine Play).
Karma mora nuhen nijara || Sabu karma je tumara
Bhala kare mun bhula kare || Tuma naama dhari sansare
All my acts – right or wrong – are (manifestedly) performed (by me) holding you in my heart.
Sources:
1. Shri Sai Satcharita, Chapter 11
2. Shri Guru Bhagavat Vol.3 by Dr. C B Satpathy