Chapter 33 delves into the deep philosophical significance behind Sai Baba's act of giving Udi. The text explicitly poses the question of Baba's intention and explains that the Udi is a powerful symbol. It teaches that the entire visible universe is pervaded by Maya, or illusion, and is ultimately as transient as ash. In contrast, Brahman is presented as the only reality. As stated in the chapter, the Udi serves as a tangible sign of this truth. By giving the Vibhuti, Baba encouraged a constant awareness (in both himself and the devotee) that the physical body and the world are temporary, helping one to focus on the eternal and real Brahman.
How does Chapter 33 link the physical act of giving Udi to the philosophical concepts of Brahman and Maya?
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