Chapter 24 mentions that people are 'blind despite having eyes.' What is the philosophical meaning behind this statement in the context of the chapter's teachings?

The statement 'blind despite having eyes,' found in Chapter 24, is a profound philosophical observation about the human condition. The chapter explains this blindness is not a physical ailment but a spiritual one, caused by the 'strength of their body-consciousness.' This means people are so engrossed in their physical existence and momentary pleasures that they fail to understand their own true, long-term welfare and the transient nature of the body. As Chapter 24 points out, there is no certainty of the body for even a moment, yet people chase fleeting desires. This spiritual blindness prevents them from seeing the path to the supreme goal (Parmartha), a path that Sai Baba's teachings sought to illuminate.