How does the story of the lady feeding the animals in Shirdi demonstrate both Sai Baba's omniscience and his immanence?

📖 Chapter 9

The story from Chapter 9 powerfully demonstrates both Sai Baba's omniscience and his immanence. The lady fed the dog and pig privately, with the text noting, "it was not in the lady's mind" to tell anyone. Yet, Baba, sitting in the mosque, brought up the event on his own, revealing his knowledge of an act he did not physically witness, which showcases his omniscience. Beyond just knowing, he revealed his immanence—his presence within creation—by stating that he *was* the recipient of the food. He explained, "Consuming that bread of love, I became completely satisfied. I am still getting belches," and identified himself directly with the animals. This illustrates his principle of oneness, where he not only observes the universe but is present within it, experiencing the hunger and satisfaction of all beings as his own.


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