Chapter 19 portrays the bond between Sai Baba and his Guru as one of profound love and deep spiritual connection. Baba states, 'I would gaze at my Guru's face with love day and night; I felt neither hunger nor thirst.' He describes his Guru as a 'veritable idol of devotion and love' whose heart was 'full of immense love.' The Guru's expectations were not for material service but for spiritual dedication. The text clarifies that the Guru desired nothing more than Baba's constant contemplation and devotion, summarized by the offering of the 'two paise' of Faith and Patience. The Guru 'never neglected' Baba and 'always protected' him, wanting only his disciple's wisdom and steadfastness in return.
Describe the nature of the bond between Sai Baba and his Guru as depicted in Chapter 19. What were the Guru's primary expectations of his disciple?
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