When Damu Anna of Nagar wrote a letter to Sai Baba seeking permission for a business venture, Baba's response was one of caution against worldly greed. As recounted in Chapter 25, after having the letter read by Madhavrao (Shama), Baba stated that the "Shet's mind has gone astray!" He advised Shama to reply, "what do you lack at home? Half a loaf of bread is enough for us; do not fall into the trap of millions." This guidance deeply disappointed Damu Anna, whose ambitious plans to earn lakhs and become a millionaire money-lender were instantly thwarted. Baba's counsel prioritized contentment with what one has over the risky pursuit of immense wealth, causing the "fortress of his desires" to crumble.
What was Sai Baba's advice to Damu Anna regarding his plan to get into the cotton trade?
๐ Chapter 25