Eleven Assurances of Shri Shirdi Sai Baba
Sai Baba of Shirdi (September 28, 1838 – October 15, 1918), also known as Shirdi Sai Baba was an Indian guru, yogi, and fakir who is regarded by his Hindu and Muslim devotees as a saint. Hindu devotees consider him an incarnation of Lord Dattatreya. Many devotees believe that he was a Sadguru, an enlightened Sufi Pir or a Qutub. He is a well-known figure in many parts of the world, but especially in India, where he is much revered. Sai Baba made eleven assurances to his devotees.
1) Whoever puts his feet on Shirdi soil,his sufferings would come to an end.
2) The wretched and miserable would rise into plenty of joy and happiness,as soon as they climb the steps of my Samadhi.
3) I shall be ever active and vigorous even after leaving this earthly body.
4) My tomb shall bless and speak to the needs of my devotees.
5) I shall be active and vigorous even from my tomb.
6) My mortal remains would speak from my tomb.
7) I am ever living to help and guide all who come to me,who surrender to me and who seek refuge in me.
8) You look to me – I look to you.
9) You cast your burdens on me, I shall surely bear it.
10) You seek my advice and help,it shall be given to you at once.
11) There shall be no want in the house of my devotees.