How did Sai Baba see himself, and how did that differ from how his devotees perceived him?

According to Chapter 23 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra, there was a notable contrast between Sai Baba's self-perception and his devotees' view of him. Devotees considered him to be an Incarnation (Avatar) because he displayed all the necessary signs and characteristics. However, Baba himself maintained a stance of profound humility. He would say, "I am a humble servant in the court of Allah," and his constant chants were "Allah Malik" (God is the Master). He never claimed divinity by stating "Anal Haq" (I am God), instead referring to himself as a "poor servant." This highlights his practice of perfect human conduct despite his elevated spiritual state, as described in Chapter 23.