What were the various motivations of people who visited Sai Baba, and how did his 'profound style' affect them?

People approached Sai Baba with a wide spectrum of intentions. As Chapter 14 describes, some came with genuine devotion, while others came to test the saint, hoping he would prove his powers by reading their minds. Many others sought material blessings, praying for long life, wealth, property, sons, and grandsons. Despite these varied and often worldly motives, the text highlights Baba's "profound style." It states that even those who came to mock Him would have their negative intellect burned away and would become devoted at His lotus feet, showcasing his transformative influence.