According to Chapter 16, a Sadguru is described as 'Aptakama,' meaning one whose desires are already fulfilled and who is complete in himself. Therefore, he has no personal need for a disciple's offerings. Instead, the Sadguru graciously fulfills the disciple's desire to serve, thereby helping the disciple become desireless. The chapter makes a crucial distinction based on the devotee's inner state: if a simple leaf or flower is offered with sincere faith, He accepts it with great love. However, as the text explicitly states, if the same offering is made with pride, He turns His face away, valuing sincere faith far more than outward rituals.
What does the beginning of Chapter 16 reveal about the nature of a Sadguru and how he interacts with disciples' offerings?
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