How is Sai Baba's divine nature and purpose described in the opening salutations of Chapter 38?

In the initial passages of Chapter 38, Sai Baba is extolled with profound reverence. He is hailed as the 'Granter of joy to the entire world,' the 'Protector of those who bow,' and the one who has taken an incarnation for the benefit of the people. The text describes Him as the 'Destroyer of the cycle of worldly existence' and the 'King of Gurus, the Cloud of Mercy.' Furthermore, Chapter 38 portrays Him as the 'very mold of Brahman,' an embodiment of the pure essence of the Self-form. He is identified as Atmaram, the abode of perfect bliss, who, despite being fulfilled, makes His devotees desireless and upholds all religions.