The theme that 'no one has unmixed happiness' is vividly illustrated through Ratanji's story. Chapter 14 portrays him as a man with vast wealth, property, and a charitable reputation, yet he was constantly tormented by the inner worry of not having a son. This demonstrates that material prosperity and worldly success do not guarantee complete happiness. Sai Baba's philosophy offers a stark contrast to this worldly attachment. He is quoted as saying, 'In the world, someone belongs to someone... but here, no one is ours; our only one is Allah.' This statement emphasizes a detachment from worldly bonds and possessions, suggesting that true peace lies in singular devotion to the divine rather than in fulfilling worldly desires like having a son.
How does the story of Ratanji illustrate the theme that 'no one has unmixed happiness,' and how does Sai Baba's philosophy contrast with this worldly concern?
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