What does the story of the tiger teach us about the significance of dying in the presence of a saint like Sai Baba?

The story of the tiger in Chapter 31 illustrates that dying in the presence of a saint is an event of great merit and fortune. When the diseased tiger died at Sai's feet, it was seen not as a tragedy but as the creature attaining liberation from all its sins. The text explains that to leave one's body before a saint's eyes is a supreme joy, resulting in complete redemption and salvation. This act is considered the true 'earning of life,' as it breaks the cycle of rebirth. As Chapter 31 states, when any creature dies with the vision of a saint's feet, that body is blessed and offered to Krishna, ensuring no more rebirth.