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

According to Chapter 23, devotees considered Sai Baba to be an Incarnation (Avatar) because He possessed all the necessary signs and characteristics. However, Baba Himself maintained a humble stance, often saying, 'I am a humble servant in the court of Allah.' His constant chants were 'Allah Malik' (God is the Master) and he referred to himself as a 'poor servant.' Chapter 23 explains that even if He were an Avatar, He displayed perfect human conduct, saw the Almighty in all beings, and never disregarded anyone. He never declared 'Anal Haq' (I am God), emphasizing his role as a servant of God, which shows that a saint's true state is beyond external definitions.