Can you explain the spiritual philosophy behind Sai Baba's insistence on receiving Dakshina? It seems contradictory for a desireless saint to ask for money.

The practice of asking for Dakshina is one of Sai Baba's most profound and seemingly paradoxical teachings. Chapter 14 addresses the doubt that might arise about why a saint, who is completely fulfilled and desireless, would ask for money. The text clarifies that for Baba, there was no difference in value between "pebbles and diamonds, copper coins or gold coins." The act of asking for Dakshina served a higher spiritual purpose. One key lesson was teaching humility. Baba would sometimes command a great millionaire to go and beg for the Dakshina from a poor person's house. This act stripped away ego and enforced the idea that all are equal in His eyes. Thus, the request for Dakshina was not for personal gain but was a pretext for imparting spiritual lessons.