As narrated in chapter 14, upon arriving in Shirdi, Ratanji went to the Masjid for Sai Baba's darshan. The moment he saw the Maharaj, a surge of love filled him and he prostrated at Baba's feet. He had brought a basket of flowers from which he took a garland and placed it around Baba's neck with love, and he also offered a weight of fruits at His feet. After making these offerings, Ratanji sat humbly and began his prayer. Chapter 14 recounts that after Ratanji spoke, Sai Baba's immediate and direct response was to ask him for an offering, saying, "You have come today; what Dakshina (offering) will you give Me? Then you will be fulfilled."
Describe the scene of Ratanji's first meeting with Sai Baba in Shirdi. What offerings did he make and what was Baba's initial response?
📖 Chapter 14