Why did Sai Baba emphasize the practice of giving Dakshina, and how was it meant to benefit the devotees?

Sai Baba's intention behind encouraging the giving of Dakshina was the purification of His devotees' hearts, many of whom were deeply attached to worldly matters. As explained in Chapter 14, this practice was not merely about money but was a spiritual technique supported by the Shruti (Vedas). The act of giving, or 'Dana', was considered a form of sacrifice and penance that facilitates self-knowledge. Baba intended for this practice to help both those seeking worldly gains and those pursuing spiritual liberation, ensuring that by giving Dakshina to their Guru, the devotees were ultimately working for their own benefit and spiritual progress.