What is the story of Dada Kelkar and the meat, and what lesson does it teach about devotion and offerings?

Chapter 38 recounts a significant incident involving Dada Kelkar, an elderly and devout Brahmin who had great respect for Vedic duties. On Ekadashi, a fasting day, Sai Baba gave him a surprising order: to go personally to Korhala and fetch some meat, even providing the cash for it. This command was a novelty and a test for Dada Kelkar, a man of perfect conduct and thought. The narrative highlights a profound principle about devotion: the true offering, or "Dakshina," is not merely wealth or material goods. Instead, the highest form of offering is the faithful performance of the Guru's order, which is the way to please the Guru. The story uses this test to illustrate that for a disciple, questioning the Guru's command can lead to spiritual downfall, and that unwavering faith is paramount.