How did Sai Baba interact with his followers, particularly those with afflictions like leprosy?

Sai Baba's interactions with his followers were marked by profound compassion and an absence of social prejudice. A powerful example from Chapter 0 is his daily routine with Bhagoji Shinde, a man suffering from leprosy. Despite Bhagoji's condition, Maharaj allowed him to perform intimate services like massaging his body and dressing the wound on his hand. They would even share a chillum. The text explicitly states that Maharaj "never felt disgust for him nor changed his daily routine regarding him one bit," demonstrating his unconditional love and acceptance, which was a core aspect of his divine nature.