How did Sai Baba describe himself, and how did this contrast with how his devotees viewed him, according to Chapter 23?

According to Chapter 23, there was a notable contrast between how devotees perceived Sai Baba and how He described Himself. Devotees considered Him to be an Incarnation (Avatar), seeing all the necessary signs and characteristics in Him. However, Baba Himself rejected this divine status, often saying, "I am a humble servant in the court of Allah." His constant chants were "Allah Malik" (God is the Master), and He never claimed "Anal Haq" (I am God). Instead, He consistently referred to Himself as a poor servant, even while displaying perfect human conduct and seeing God in all beings.