What is the purpose of Sai Baba taking a human form, and what divine attributes are ascribed to him in the introductory verses of Chapter 16?

The opening praise in Chapter 16 explicitly states that Sai Baba, the King of Yogis, has taken a physical body for the noble cause of helping others and uplifting the poor and lowly. This highlights his compassionate mission. The text lavishes him with profound attributes, hailing him as Stainless (Niranjana), Imperishable (Avyaya), and beyond all qualities (Gunatita). He is described as the Lord of the Empire of Self-Bliss, whose very presence causes the six enemies like lust and anger to vanish. This description from Chapter 16 establishes his divine, selfless nature from the outset.