Chapter 7 presents a compelling argument that Sai Baba's incarnation was holy and beyond the binary of Hindu or Muslim identity. It masterfully builds this paradox with conflicting evidence. For instance, if one were to call him a Hindu, the text counters that his permanent residence was in a mosque. Conversely, if one called him a Muslim, it points out his pierced ears (a Hindu custom) and the numerous Hindu practices in his mosque, like the sacred Dhuni, bell-ringing, and Bhajan. The text even juxtaposes his evident circumcision with his pierced ears, summarizing that he was "neither Hindu nor Muslim." This deliberate presentation of contradictions serves to elevate his status beyond worldly classifications.
Analyze the paradox of Sai Baba's identity as presented in Chapter 7, using the specific physical and situational evidence mentioned.
📖 Chapter 7