How does the beginning of Chapter 42 portray Sai Baba's role and significance before narrating the story of his departure?

Before delving into the solemn account of his Mahasamadhi, the beginning of Chapter 42 establishes Sai Baba's supreme significance as the Guru. He is hailed as the "Great Giver," the one who wanders the banks of the sacred Godavari, and an incarnation among saints. The text describes him as a "Wish-fulfilling Tree (Kalpataru)" for his devotees and the one who shows the way to "cross the river of worldly existence." This portrayal emphasizes that through the Guru's grace, fears are removed and liberation is attained. By setting this powerful spiritual context, Chapter 42 frames the upcoming narrative of his physical departure not as a tragedy, but as a significant event in the journey of a divine master.