Why did Sai Baba ask for Dakshina, and how does this relate to the syllable 'Da'?

Sai Baba's intention in asking for Dakshina was not to amass wealth but to purify the hearts of his devotees for their own benefit, whether they were seeking worldly gain or spiritual liberation. As explained in Chapter 14, this is a technique for self-knowledge. Baba's request is directly linked to the one-syllable instruction 'Da' given by Prajapati in the scriptures. Through this single letter, Baba advises his devotees to 'be merciful, give charity, and be self-controlled.' This simple remedy is designed to help them overcome faults like lust, anger, and greed, ultimately leading to their own extreme happiness and self-progress.