What is the meaning of the Guru asking for 'two paise,' and why shouldn't this be taken literally?

As explained in Chapter 19, the Guru's request for 'two paise' is a symbolic teaching, not a literal desire for money. One should not doubt the Guru's desirelessness, as the text asks, 'what use did he have for gold?' The two paise represent the core spiritual qualities of Faith (Nishtha) and Patience (Saburi). The narrator states, 'I gave them to him then and there, and thus my Guru-Mother was pleased with me.' This illustrates that a true Guru seeks the disciple's inner commitment and spiritual growth, symbolized by unwavering faith and enduring patience, rather than any form of material payment.