In the context of Sai Baba's teachings, what is the value of giving or receiving a holy book?

The act of giving or receiving a holy book holds immense spiritual value. When Baba gave a book to Kaka, as mentioned in Chapter 27, he assured him it would be 'like a dear friend' and would be useful, instructing him not to give it away. This highlights the personal and transformative power of such a gift. Furthermore, the text states that offering books to a Guru or donating them to Brahmins 'results in the welfare of the giver, as per the scriptures.' These books are considered very holy, and reading them is meant to remind the devotee of the divine, making their exchange a sacred and meritorious act.