Sai Baba's practice of demanding Dakshina, as explained in Chapter 14, appears to be a spiritual tool rather than a means of acquiring wealth. While He would ask for large sums, He would also reassure devotees, promising to give them "bags of rupees" in return, suggesting the exchange was symbolic. His statement, "if he gives Me one quality, I give him a hundred qualities in return," implies that the devotee's offering of faith and detachment was met with a hundredfold spiritual return. By commanding even millionaires to seek Dakshina from the poor, Maharaj was likely working to dismantle the ego and pride associated with wealth, teaching a profound lesson in humility and the interconnectedness of all people.
Analyze the philosophical implications of Sai Baba's practice of demanding Dakshina, based on the provided text.
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