Some Brahmins, steadfast in tradition, declare the Daiva and even the Arsha forms of marriage as acceptable. In the absence of the earlier, more esteemed types of marriage, the wise are advised to choose the later ones, ensuring that the sacred rite is not abandoned altogether. For the twice-born, there are further instructions for righteous living. He should adorn himself with golden earrings and dress in two clean garments. Carrying a bamboo staff and a water-pot filled with water, he should wear a garland of fresh flowers, anoint himself with fragrant substances, and present a pleasing appearance. He must neither eat food from others indiscriminately nor engage in slander. Even in small acts, such as scratching his own head, he should avoid using both hands together. In all sacred acts—be it worship of the gods, sipping water for purification, bathing, observing vows, or performing funeral rites—he should conduct himself with care and decorum. He should avoid riding in defective vehicles and refrain from engaging in fruitless arguments. When passing by a cow, a plough, fire, or a mountain, the twice-born should not go to their left. He must consciously avoid envy, jealousy, and the habit of sleeping during the day. His own name, birth star, and personal honor ought to be carefully concealed. Wine, gambling, and singing are pleasures from which the twice-born should abstain. If he touches a snake or a corpse, he should bathe immediately, keeping his clothes on. Likewise, after touching a temple, he should enter water still clothed. He should be wary of the dust from goats, cats, or donkeys, for it is said to destroy good fortune. Association with the husband of a low-caste woman should be completely avoided, as should the practice of sleeping naked. He must not consume impure betel nor awaken someone who is sleeping. Drinking water with only the left hand or with a crooked hand is also to be avoided. Reverence must be maintained toward yogis, Brahmins, those observing vows, and ascetics; one should never revile them. On the new moon and full moon days, the prescribed sacrifices should be performed without fail. Abandoning worship, say the wise, is as blameworthy as drinking liquor. The twice-born householder should also perform the śrāddha rites for the ancestors on the new moon and during the fortnight dedicated to them. However, he should not perform śrāddha when grain is unavailable, and should choose holy places and sacred fords for these rites. All acts performed without the crown-shaped mark are declared vain. Fruitless conduct must be abandoned by those seeking welfare among the twice-born; only those acts that yield the true fruits of all deeds should be properly performed. When Viṣṇu is pleased, O best of the twice-born, what can possibly remain impossible? When these rites are performed as prescribed, all sins are undoubtedly destroyed. A Brahmana, having arranged his hair neatly, should then consider his livelihood. At night, when relieving himself of urine and feces, he should face south. When carrying wood in one hand, the twice-born should remain silent, especially in the shade of a tree, in the wilderness, or near fire—also in the presence of Brahmanas, cows, enclosures, or women. In such places, one should not relieve oneself. For one lacking purity of conduct, all actions become fruitless. External purity is attained with clay and water, while internal purity is achieved through the right disposition. One should not use clay dug up by mice or similar creatures, nor should one use clay that is of superior quality for purification. Thus, these guidelines illuminate the path of righteousness for the twice-born, ensuring that their actions are pure, fruitful, and pleasing to the Divine.