Sai Baba's instruction to give Cholkar tea "well-filled with sugar" was a profound and personal confirmation of His divine knowledge. According to Chapter 15, Cholkar had made a vow involving sugar candy but was delayed in fulfilling it. As a secret penance, he had renounced sugar, even drinking his tea unsweetened. Baba, who did not drink tea Himself, gave this specific order to show Cholkar that his vow was officially accepted and his period of personal sacrifice was complete. This act was not random; it was a powerful sign meant to amaze Cholkar and impress the "stamp of devotion" upon him. It revealed that Baba knew the secrets of his heart—the vow, the delay, and the renunciation—thereby confirming his faith in the most personal way.
What was the significance of Sai Baba asking Mr. Jog to give Cholkar tea with extra sugar?
📖 Chapter 15