Following Das Ganu's advice, Ratanji traveled to Shirdi and went to the Masjid for darshan. Chapter 14 vividly describes this initial encounter. Upon seeing Sai Maharaj, Ratanji was filled with a surge of love. He opened a basket he had brought, lovingly placed a flower garland around Baba's neck, and offered a weight of fruits at His feet. After making these offerings, Ratanji sat humbly near Baba and began to pray, expressing his hope for protection. In response to Ratanji's presence and devotion, Baba immediately addressed the matter of exchange, asking him, 'What Dakshina (offering) will you give Me? Then you will be fulfilled.' This was consistent with Baba's practice of asking all visitors for an offering.
Describe Ratanji's first meeting with Sai Maharaj in the Masjid, including his offerings and Baba's initial response.
📖 Chapter 14