How does the text compare the purpose of Sai Baba's promised return to that of the Krishna avatar's appearance?

The text draws a parallel between the two divine events but highlights a distinct difference in their primary purpose. In Chapter 43, it is mentioned that when the form of Krishna appeared to Devaki in prison, the reason was the grand, cosmic task of "the removal of the earth’s burden." In contrast, the stated reason for Sai Baba's promised return as an eight-year-old child is "the salvation of poor devotees." This comparison emphasizes the personal, intimate, and compassionate nature of Baba's mission, which is focused on the spiritual liberation and welfare of his individual followers, with whom he shares a karmic bond spanning generations.