According to Chapter 7, Sai Baba embodied a unique paradox that made it impossible to categorize him as strictly Hindu or Muslim. The text states that if he was called a Hindu, he looked like a Yavana (Muslim), and if called a Yavana, he bore the noble marks of a Hindu. This ambiguity is further highlighted by specific physical characteristics and practices. For instance, the chapter notes that if one considered him a Muslim, his pierced ears were a contradiction, yet if one called him a Hindu, evidence of his circumcision was apparent. Ultimately, Chapter 7 concludes that Sai's incarnation was holy and transcended these religious distinctions, as his conduct was always equal and impartial toward both groups.
How did Sai Baba's appearance and practices blur the lines between being a Hindu and a Muslim, according to Chapter 7?
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