How does the incident with the tiger exemplify Sai Baba's equanimity and the concept of liberation through his darshan?

The story of the tiger in Chapter 31 serves as a powerful illustration of Sai Baba's equanimity and the redemptive power of his presence. The text explicitly states that this story helps one understand Baba's pervasiveness and his equal compassion for all beings, including a 'cruel animal like a tiger.' The tiger's peaceful death and attainment of liberation by merely coming into Baba's presence demonstrates that his grace was not limited to his human devotees. The narrative emphasizes that to leave one's body before a saint's gaze is a supreme joy and a sign of immense good fortune, redeeming the creature from all its sins and making its life a success.