According to the text, what did Sai Baba value most from his devotees, and what did he promise in return?

While Sai Baba asked for material offerings, what He truly valued was love and devotion. In Chapter 14, He is quoted as saying, "I lack only the one who loves Me as his very life; if he gives Me one quality, I give him a hundred qualities in return." This powerful statement reveals that the physical Dakshina was symbolic of a much deeper spiritual exchange. The offering from the devotee was a demonstration of their love and surrender, and in return, Baba promised an exponential spiritual reward. This is further supported by His reassurance to devotees not to worry, promising to give them "bags of rupees," implying that any act of giving to Him would be returned manifold, both materially and spiritually.