Describe the confrontation between Kashiram and the thieves. What was the outcome and what does it reveal about his faith?

The confrontation was violent and nearly fatal. As detailed in Chapter 0, when thieves tried to steal a small bundle of powdered sugar from Kashiram, he resolved not to let it go. In the struggle, a thief dropped a sword, which Kashiram picked up and used to kill two of the assailants. However, a third thief struck him on the head with an axe from behind, rendering him unconscious. The robbers left him for dead, but he survived. Upon regaining consciousness, his immense faith in Maharaj became evident. He refused to go to a hospital for his severe injuries, insisting instead, "Take me to Shirdi," believing in Maharaj's power to heal him.