How did Sai Baba use the concept of Dakshina to teach his devotee Kashiram a lesson about pride?

The story of Kashiram illustrates a profound teaching from Maharaj about spiritual pride. As detailed in Chapter 0, Kashiram was a devoted follower who took great pride in giving Dakshina. He would become upset if Maharaj did not accept his offering, which fostered a sense of pride in his ability to give. To remove this spiritual obstacle, Maharaj began demanding more and more Dakshina from him, leading Kashiram into financial hardship. He was forced to borrow until even that source dried up. This was a divine Leela to make him understand he had no inherent power to give. Chapter 0 explains that once Kashiram realized this truth, his pride vanished, and his financial prosperity was restored by Maharaj's grace.