Considering the ambiguity surrounding Sai Baba's religious identity, how did high-caste Brahmins and Agnihotris react to him, as described in Chapter 7?

Chapter 7 explains that despite the uncertainty of His origins, Sai Baba commanded immense respect from even the most orthodox members of Hindu society. The text states that the 'best of Brahmins' would come to worship Him. Most notably, it describes how Agnihotris, who are keepers of the sacred fire and known for their strict adherence to ritual purity, would abandon their pride and prostrate themselves before Him. As Chapter 7 recounts, people who came to find proof or scrutinize Him would be so amazed that they would become 'silent and humble' in His presence, demonstrating that His spiritual power transcended all caste and religious distinctions.