How exactly does Sai Baba draw people to Shirdi and build his community of devotees?

According to the teachings in Chapter 35, Baba himself is the prime mover in building his community. The text explains, "It is Baba himself who gives them the inspiration; only then do they step out." He works by "stimulating their natural disposition" and leading individuals toward the spiritual path. The story of Boss Dharamsee is a case study in this process. Dharamsee came with curiosity and doubt, but Baba engaged him directly, knowing the "intent of his mind." By performing a personal miracle with the grapes—turning seeded ones into seedless just for him—Baba shattered his skepticism. This powerful, personal experience transformed Dharamsee's casual curiosity into a "firm determination" to be a devotee, illustrating that the community around Sai is built on individual, transformative encounters that foster deep, personal faith.