In the sacred tradition, wise conduct is carefully prescribed to guide one’s actions and associations. It is said that one should never associate with those of ignoble character or harsh intellect, for such company leads one astray. Nor should one ever disrespect those who are distinguished, and a person of wisdom must not curse themselves. When among rivers or mountains, it is advised not to refer to them simply as ‘river’ or ‘mountain’ in their own domain, for such words fail to honor their unique presence. One must not enter water unclothed, nor attempt to cross fire by foot, as these acts defy propriety and safety. It is also unwise to accompany those who are impure to places where the hair or private parts are exposed. Conversations and actions concerning sexual organs, the belly, or frivolous matters are to be avoided, and one should neither indulge in nor listen to such things. Water should never be struck with the feet or hands, as this is disrespectful. Learning the language of barbarians is discouraged, and dragging a seat with the feet is improper. A wise person may perform massage, but only thoughtfully and with purpose, never abruptly. Dancing, singing, and playing musical instruments are not to be pursued, nor should one seek to please the gods with worldly or external hymns. Lying down while impure and bathing naked are forbidden. One must not cut hair, nails, or body hair with the teeth, nor wake someone who is sleeping. Sleeping alone in an empty house is not advised, nor should one carry sandals oneself. Washing the feet with the foot itself is improper. In the presence of wind, fire, a teacher, a brahmin, the sun, or the moon, one should never go outside to relieve oneself. This should always be avoided during the twilights and at midday. Seats and images of deities must not be touched with the feet. Entering deep water or carrying water without reason is discouraged. After urination, one should not clean oneself without rinsing, and discharging semen in water is forbidden. Cutting down a sacred tree or spitting in water is not permitted. One should never sit upon husks, embers, or dung, nor touch these with the feet or blow upon them with the mouth. Throwing fire into fire or extinguishing fire with water is improper. Using unfit or counterfeit goods for sale is not allowed. Marking boundaries in places of merit or at water sources is discouraged. Disturbing animals, wild beasts, or birds among themselves is forbidden. Seeking alms by knocking at house doors in the evening or morning is not proper. Disputes should be avoided, as should entering through improper doors. One must not touch their own fire with the hand, nor remain long in water. Blowing upon fire with the mouth is not permitted, for fire is believed to have arisen from the mouth. A Brahmin should not go alone to an assembly nor join a gathering. Fanning oneself with cloth and sleeping in a temple are not advised, nor should one associate with those afflicted by disease, Shudras, or the fallen. Passing between fire, a cow, or a Brahmin is forbidden. One must not revile yogis, siddhas, ascetics, or those who have taken vows. Stepping upon the shadow of Brahmins or cows out of desire is improper. Sitting upon embers, ashes, or hair is not permitted. Finally, a twice-born must never eat what is forbidden or drink what is unfit. In these ways, the wise preserve purity, respect, and harmony in all their actions.