The story from Chapter 29 establishes a direct correlation between a devotee's inner state and the nature of their spiritual experiences. Initially, the woman's pure, selfless devotion, likened to a chakora bird's love for the moon, allowed her to see Sai Baba as the divine Lord Rama. However, the text explicitly states that when 'greed for money arose' in her mind, 'the vision of Rama ceased to appear.' This demonstrates that worldly desires and a lack of sincerity can obstruct divine visions. Recognizing her 'simple transgression,' the compassionate Sai later granted her the vision again, reinforcing the lesson that the form in which God appears to a devotee is a direct reflection of their own internal purity and focus.
What is the relationship between a devotee's inner state and the visions they receive, based on the story of the woman who saw Rama?
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