How did Dadasaheb Khaparde's devotion differ from that of other devotees who visited Sai Baba?

Dadasaheb Khaparde's devotion was distinct due to his profound humility and self-imposed silence, a stark contrast to the behavior of many other devotees. The narrative in Chapter 27 highlights that while most people spoke with Baba, with some even talking back without hesitation, Khaparde practiced a vow of silence in the Masjid. He was a highly educated and influential figure, an expert orator, yet he chose to be completely silent before Sai Baba. This practice was rare, shared only by a few others like Noolkar and Butti. His quiet reverence and indescribable modesty in listening set him apart, demonstrating a deep understanding that the brilliance of the 'Word-Brahman,' or intellectual knowledge, must bow before the presence of the 'Pure Brahman' that was Sai.