How does Baba characterize the nature of the love and protection he received from his Guru?

Baba portrays the bond with his Guru as one of immense love and constant, unwavering protection. In Chapter 19, he refers to his Guru as a 'veritable idol of devotion and love' who showed true affection for his disciple. This love was so profound that Baba felt neither hunger nor thirst while gazing at his Guru's face, an act which would send him into a state of meditation. The Guru's protection was absolute, never neglecting Baba and always shielding him in times of trouble. Baba beautifully illustrates this protective care by comparing it to a mother tortoise who nurtures her young from across a river with her gaze alone, signifying a deep, non-physical, and constant spiritual connection that transcends physical distance.