How is Lord Ganesha described in Chapter 1, and in what way is he connected to Sai Baba?

Chapter 1 describes Lord Ganesha with several titles and attributes. He is called the curved-trunk Heramba, the Lord of fourteen types of knowledge, and Lambodar (large-bellied) because the fourteen worlds reside in his belly. He holds a bright axe to destroy the obstacles of his devotees and is referred to as the son of Girija. The text establishes a profound connection by stating, 'This Sai himself is Ganesha Ganapati; this Sai, taking the axe in hand and destroying obstacles, shall bring forth his own knowledge.' This identification, as mentioned in Chapter 1, presents Sai Baba as the very embodiment of Ganesha, the compassionate and non-dual remover of obstacles who will lead devotees to self-bliss.