Almost everyone brings one thing back from Shirdi — but very few know its real significance. That thing is Udi. 🚩
The fire that burns in Dwarkamai is the dhuni; its sacred ash is called Udi. Baba gave a handful of Udi to every devotee who came to him — as a blessing.
🔥 Baba and Udi
🙏 A symbol of faith
The Satcharitra has many stories where devotees received Udi with shraddha and peace came into their lives. Baba never called it a “miracle.” To him it was a symbol of Shraddha and Saburi — faith and patience.
This body, this wealth — one day all of it becomes ash, just like this. Keep faith, keep patience.
— Sai Baba, on the meaning of Udi
✨ Even today
To this day, Udi is gathered from the Dwarkamai dhuni and shared among devotees. When you visit Shirdi, do take Udi — but remember the meaning behind it too. Practical companion read: How to use Sai Baba’s Udi the right way.