The topic of meat, as detailed in Chapter 38, serves as a powerful illustration of the Guru-disciple dynamic. The text explicitly states that if a disciple entertains doubts about what is edible or inedible when receiving Prasad from the Guru, it is considered a form of 'spiritual suicide' leading to a downfall. The incident with Dada Kelkar, a pious Brahmin asked to fetch meat, is the primary example. His readiness to obey this difficult command demonstrates the ultimate form of Dakshina: fulfilling the Guru's order without question. This shows that the Guru's command transcends conventional rules, and a disciple's progress lies in absolute faith and obedience, as Chapter 38 makes clear.
How does the discussion of meat consumption in the provided text illustrate the expected relationship between a Guru and a disciple?
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