Chapter 29 seems to present a paradox: Sai Baba was famously generous, yet he didn't give to all who asked. How does the chapter explain this aspect of his character?

Chapter 29 explains this seeming paradox by portraying Sai Baba's actions as part of his incomprehensible divine play. While his reputation for being steadfast in charity drew crowds, the chapter explicitly states, "he did not give to everyone - no one knew his mind." The text suggests that receiving a monetary gift was not a simple transaction but a form of blessing, a "shell of fortune" obtained only by the fortunate whose "auspicious time had arrived." This implies that his giving was governed by a deeper, spiritual logic rather than worldly need or expectation. As Chapter 29 clarifies, his manner was never fixed; he could give generously or send people away empty-handed, reinforcing the idea that his actions were beyond human comprehension.