How did Sai Baba perceive his own identity versus how his followers saw him, according to Chapter 23?

Chapter 23 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra explains a fascinating duality in perception. While his devotees considered him to be an Incarnation (Avatar) because all the signs and characteristics were present, Sai Baba himself maintained a position of profound humility. He would often say, "I am a humble servant in the court of Allah," and his constant chants included phrases like "I am a poor servant" and "Allah Malik" (God is the Master). As described in Chapter 23, he never proclaimed "Anal Haq" (I am God), but instead saw the Almighty in all beings, both moving and unmoving, and practiced perfect human conduct.