How do the teachings of Sai Baba on giving and self-control align with scriptural references like the Shruti and Smriti mentioned in the text?

The teachings align closely with scriptural commands. Chapter 14 states that the Shruti (Veda) clearly identifies the giving of Dakshina as a means for self-knowledge. Furthermore, the Taittiriya Upanishad, a part of the Shruti, commands various types of giving and emphasizes that it should always be done with faith. The story of Prajapati's instruction 'Da' is also a scriptural anecdote. The text explicitly states that just as the Shruti commands this, the Smriti's opinion is also the same, reinforcing that Baba’s simple remedy for lust, anger, and greed is deeply rooted in established spiritual traditions.