How does the practice of giving Dakshina, as encouraged by Sai Baba, benefit the devotee?

According to Chapter 14, Sai Baba's intention in encouraging the giving of Dakshina was primarily for the devotee's own benefit, aiming to purify their hearts. The text cites the Shruti (Veda), which identifies the giving of Dakshina as a means and technique for those seeking self-knowledge. Whether a devotee seeks worldly gain or spiritual liberation, giving Dakshina to their Guru is said to help them attain their desire. By asking for Dakshina, Sai Nath, described as an ocean of mercy, metaphorically stretches out a hand to pull the greed-oriented person up from the pit of greed, guiding them toward self-progress and extreme happiness.