Chapter 29 first establishes Sai Baba's reputation for being steadfast in charity, distributing money daily to the poor and needy. However, it then introduces a paradox by stating, "Sometimes he gave them a bafri (sweet), sometimes he sent them back empty-handed. This was Baba's constant manner - nothing was ever fixed." The chapter reconciles this by suggesting a deeper spiritual principle at play. It explains that receiving a gift from Baba was not guaranteed for all who asked. Instead, this blessing was reserved for those whose "auspicious time had arrived." The text poetically states that obtaining the "shell of fortune" through the touch of a saint's hand was a privilege for the fortunate, implying that Baba's actions were governed by a divine wisdom beyond ordinary understanding.
Chapter 29 presents a seemingly contradictory view of Sai Baba's charity. How does the chapter explain the unpredictable nature of his giving?
📖 Chapter 29