The story of Boss Dharamsee in Chapter 35 is a profound lesson on surrendering the ego. The text advises that 'Becoming egoless and rolling at his feet, you will enjoy the festival of happiness.' Dharamsee arrived with an ego-driven, analytical mind, judging the situation by his personal dislike for seeded grapes and his doctor's advice. His ego even led him to question Baba's omniscience. His transformation did not occur while he was analyzing or doubting. It happened at the precise moment he surrendered his will and obeyed Baba's command to 'Eat them up.' This act of obedience, of setting aside his own judgment and preference, shattered his 'clinical scrutiny' and ego, allowing love and faith to take root in his heart.
How does the story of Dharamsee's transformation illustrate the principle of surrendering ego to a Guru?
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