Shri sai satcharitra,sshirdi saibaba-Chapter 29, Part 5 (Continued)

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Waman Narvekar

Now let the readers hear a different story. A gentleman, named Waman Narvekar loved Baba very much. He once brought a rupee. On one side (obverse) of it were engraved the figures of Rama, Laxman and Sita and on the other (reverse) side was engraved the figure of Maruti, with folded hands. He offered it to Baba with a hope that He should consecrate it with His touch and return it to him with Udi. But Baba immediately pocketed it. Then Shama spoke to Baba, regarding Wamanrao's intention and requested Him to return it.

Then Baba spoke in the presence of Wamanrao as follows: - "Why should it be returned to him? We should keep it ourselves. If he gives Rs.25/- for it, it will be returned." Then, for the sake of that rupee, Wamanrao collected Rs.25/- and placed them before Baba. Then Baba said, "The value of that rupee far exceeds 25 Rupees. Shama, take this rupee, let us have it in our store, keep this in your shrine and worship it." No one had the courage to ask Baba why He followed this particular action. He only knows what is best and most suitable to each and all.

Sai Ram. Guru's words and actions are far beyond our limited, egoistic comprehension. May be Baba was indicating that the coin which had the figures of Maruti on one side and Rama etc. on the other side was invaluable, much beyond the Rs.25/-. What was His reason to collect Rs.25 from Wamanrao? Only He knows and unless He wills it, people could not bring themselves to ask. There is definitely some esoteric significance in the number 25 and if He wills it, I will share it later with the Sai devotees. Sai Ram.

Bow to Shri Sai - Peace be to all

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