Chapter 9 presents a deep philosophical condition for the right to live on alms. It is not for everyone. This right belongs only to a 'universal family member,' defined as one who has a firm realization that 'The whole universe is my home' and is the 'sustainer of the world.' Crucially, this person must have renounced the three primary desires: the desire for sons, for wealth, and for fame. As Chapter 9 explains, understanding this prerequisite gives context to Saint Tukoba's song, which calls a life of begging 'shameful.' Without this context of complete renunciation, the song is meaningless. It is shameful only for those who beg without the spiritual attainment and detachment that a great Siddha like Sai Baba possessed.
According to the text, who truly possesses the right to live on alms, and how does this relate to Saint Tukoba's song about begging?
📖 Chapter 9