How does Chapter 47 explain the negative consequences of being greedy?

Chapter 47 explicitly sets up a narrative to illustrate the severe negative consequences of greed. It directly informs the reader that the upcoming story will demonstrate how an "extreme state of greed for wealth leads to a downfall." The text emphasizes the importance of this lesson by presenting it as a story suggested by Sai Baba's own merciful glance. As Chapter 47 describes, by focusing on the inner meaning and moral of this story about greed, listeners can achieve their own spiritual fulfillment. The chapter frames this teaching as a crucial insight into avoiding the traps of worldly existence and finding true peace, which is a far greater gain than any material wealth.