Based on Chapter 24, how did Sai Baba's humor differ from ordinary jokes, and what was its ultimate purpose?

Chapter 24 highlights a significant distinction between Sai Baba's humor and ordinary jokes. While most people dislike being the subject of a joke, Baba's humor was greatly loved and eagerly anticipated by his devotees. The chapter explains this was because its purpose was not mere entertainment but spiritual instruction. Baba's jokes were a unique vehicle to 'impress the essence of truth.' As described in Chapter 24, his humor was effortless and natural, and when combined with his expressive gestures and smiling face, its sweetness became profound. The ultimate purpose was to achieve a beneficial outcome for the listener, making his humor a powerful teaching tool.