What made the mosque where Sai Baba lived so unique, particularly with the mix of Hindu and Muslim elements?

The mosque where Sai Baba resided is portrayed in Chapter 7 as a powerful symbol of religious synthesis. While it was a Muslim place of worship, its activities defied convention. The chapter notes that a sacred fire, or Dhuni, burned there day and night. The mosque was a place for the grinding of grain, the ringing of bells, and the blowing of conches. It hosted constant Bhajan, food distribution, and the ritual washing of feet and worship—all practices associated with Hinduism. The text even mentions a beautiful, specially made Tulsi Vrindavan, an altar for the holy basil, was present in the assembly hall, making the mosque a truly unique space.