Why did Sai Baba, being the 'King of Yogis,' take a human body? What was his purpose according to Chapter 16?

Chapter 16 of the Sai Satcharitra directly addresses this question after praising the Guru as the "King of Yogis" and one who is beyond attributes (Gunatita). The text explicitly states, "You have taken this body for the sake of helping others, to uplift the poor and lowly." This highlights the Sadguru's compassionate nature. It further explains that by "donning the cloak of ignorance," He is able to impart knowledge to the ignorant and provide sweet instruction. His purpose, therefore, is not for his own sake—as his desires are already fulfilled—but purely to guide and elevate humanity.