Analyze the incident where the author was interrupted during his reading and what it reveals about Baba's priorities.

The incident involving the author's interrupted reading provides deep insight into Sai Baba's priorities for his devotees. As recounted in Chapter 18, the author was engrossed in reading the Bhagavat when he decided to put the book aside and rush to the Masjid, desiring to hear Baba's stories directly. However, Baba's reaction showed that he prioritized the completion of the sacred reading. The text states that 'in Baba’s mind, there was no satisfaction other than the Bhagavat, which had been left in distress.' For this reason, Baba insisted that the author go back and read the remaining part. This 'great marvel' reveals that Baba valued the disciplined practice of scriptural study as a crucial path to salvation and would personally intervene to ensure his devotees did not neglect it, even for the tempting prospect of his personal company.