Is it important to bring an offering when visiting a Guru? What does the Satcharitra say about this practice?

The Satcharitra provides clear guidance on this practice. In Chapter 35, we learn a principle that states, 'It is not good to go empty-handed to the door of God, a priest, or a Guru.' This is demonstrated through the actions of Kaka, who, on his way to see Sai Baba in Shirdi, made a point to purchase two seers of grapes as an offering. Even though he couldn't find the seedless variety he might have preferred, he bought what was available at the time. This act of bringing a humble offering, as detailed in Chapter 35, is presented not as a transaction but as a gesture of respect and love, setting the stage for the divine interaction that follows, where Baba used these very grapes to teach a profound lesson.