The quarrel between Damu Anna and Mavshibai, as detailed in Chapter 24, arose from a humorous misunderstanding. While Mavshibai was vigorously pressing Baba's stomach, she was swaying back and forth. Her face came very close to Damu Anna's, who was serving nearby. Mavshibai then jokingly accused him, saying "What, Anna, why are you following me? First, give me a kiss." and teased him about his gray hair. Anna, taking offense, rolled up his sleeves to argue. Seeing the quarrel escalate, Sai Baba skillfully intervened. He lovingly and humorously remarked, "Oh Anna, why have you started this uproar? I don't understand what is improper in taking a kiss from the Mother." This simple statement reframed the situation, pacified both devotees, and turned the conflict into a shared moment of laughter, teaching a lesson about pure, mother-son love.
What caused the argument between Damu Anna and Mavshibai, and how did Sai Baba put an end to it?
📖 Chapter 24