What did Baba's Guru mean when he asked for two paise?

When Sai Baba's Guru asked him for two paise, he was not referring to monetary currency. As explained in Chapter 19, the Guru was 'one whose desires were fulfilled' and had no need for worldly money. The two paise he requested were symbolic of two crucial virtues for a disciple: Faith (Nishtha) and Patience (Saburi). Baba states that he immediately gave these to his Guru, which pleased the Guru-Mother. This story illustrates that the most valuable offering a disciple can make is not material wealth, but rather unwavering faith and steadfast patience on their spiritual path.