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## Dasha Shruta Skandha Sutra
## Fourth Dasha
- A Gani should never deviate from his duty. The work that is scheduled for a particular time should be done at that time. For example, the production of tools, the study of scriptures, begging for alms, preaching Dharma, and service (care) etc., all these tasks should be completed in their respective times.
- Upon receiving the title of Gani, a Sadhu should not become arrogant, but should abandon ego and serve the Guru who initiated him, from whom he learned the scriptures, by whose name he became famous, and who is senior in initiation, as well as Ratnakara etc., by rising to greet them, serving them with food and clothing, and offering them proper salutations etc. This is called Yathaguru Puja.
- The essence of this section is that the title is merely a form of command, and even after receiving it, it is paramount to follow the Dharma of humility. Just as a prince, even after becoming a king, still salutes his parents according to the rules, so should a Gani. However, if a Gani is sitting in a large assembly or a gathering of great men and sees Ratnakara but he (Ratnakara) does not come near, then not saluting him will not give rise to feelings of disrespect etc.
- This Sutra clearly describes the subject of organization. By following these rules, the organization can remain permanent. This is the eighth Gani Sampat, called Sangraha-Parijna.
- Now the Sutrakar describes the duty of a Gani towards his disciple:
- A teacher becomes a guide to his disciple through these four types of humility: by teaching him proper conduct, by teaching him the scriptures, by guiding him away from distractions, and by eliminating his faults.