Sai Baba shared the profound story of the goats' past lives specifically to pacify Tatya and Shama. After the incident where Baba had them buy dal for the goats and then immediately return the animals, his followers were likely confused and agitated. Chapter 46 explicitly states, 'Just as Tatya, so was Shama; Baba had love for both. To calm their anger, He told a beautiful story.' By revealing the karmic history of the two brothers who became goats due to greed and violence, Baba not only provided a deep spiritual lesson but also skillfully managed the emotions of his beloved devotees, turning a moment of confusion into one of profound insight.
Why did Sai Baba tell the story about the goats' past lives to Tatya and Shama?
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