Describe the relationship between Baba and his Guru, focusing on the virtues of patience and devotion.

Baba's relationship with his Guru was a testament to profound devotion and unwavering patience. As detailed in Chapter 19, Baba stayed at his Guru's feet for twelve years, a significant demonstration of perseverance. He describes his Guru as a 'veritable idol of devotion and love' who showed immense affection. This period was not one of idle waiting but of active, loving contemplation. Baba states, 'I would gaze at my Guru's face with love day and night; I felt neither hunger nor thirst; without the Guru, my mind was restless.' This constant, focused devotion was all his Guru expected. This experience is the foundation of Baba's teaching that the greatest offerings a disciple can give are Faith (Nishtha) and Patience (Saburi).