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This text sheds light on the importance of the Acharya and explains how to conduct oneself in their absence. If the Acharya or Upadhyaya is seriously ill and their life expectancy is low, all other Shramans should be called together and the Acharya should declare that upon their passing, a particular Sadhu should be given a particular position. If, after their death, that Sadhu does not seem suitable, another can be appointed. If the Sadhu is deemed suitable, they should be appointed. If another suitable Shraman is not yet proficient in the Acharanga and other texts, they can be temporarily appointed to any position with the consent of the Acharya and others. Once a suitable candidate is found, the previous individual should relinquish their position. Failure to do so will result in a penance. If two Shramans are traveling together, they should conduct themselves as senior and junior according to their qualifications and respect each other. The same applies to the Acharya and Upadhyaya. In the fifth Uddeshak, the Pravartini should travel from village to village in the cold and hot seasons with at least two other Sadhvis, and the Ganavachhedaka should be accompanied by three other Sadhvis. During the rainy season, the Pravartini should be accompanied by three and the Ganavachhedaka by four Sadhvis. The same rules regarding the death of the Pravartini and the appointment of a successor apply to the Shramanis as they do to the Shramans. The general rule for Vaiavrittya is that a Shraman should not perform Vaiavrittya for a Shramani, and vice versa. However, they can serve each other in exceptional circumstances. In cases of snakebite or other emergencies, service can be provided by a householder, but this is not permitted for Sthavirakalpis. Vaiavrittya is not permitted for Jinakalpis. If they seek service, they must perform a Pariharic penance. The sixth Uddeshak states that one should not visit their relatives without the permission of the Sthaviras. Shramans and Shramanis who are Alpashrut and Alp-Pragami should not visit their relatives alone. If they must visit, they should do so with a Bahushrut and Bahupragamdhari Shraman or Shramani. Food that is cooked and ready before the arrival of a Shraman is acceptable, but food that is not ready is not acceptable. When the Acharya or Upadhyaya arrives at the Upashraya from outside, their feet should be wiped clean. Their belongings, such as their Lghunit, should be carefully placed on the ground. They should be served with Vaiavrittya as much as possible. They should be accompanied within the Upashraya. When they leave the Upashraya, they should be accompanied. The Ganavachhedak should be accompanied within the Upashraya and when leaving. Shramans and Shramanis are expected to live with Shramans and Shramanis who are knowledgeable in the Pracharanga and other Agamas. Living with those who are not knowledgeable will result in penance. If Shramans and Shramanis from other Gachchas come for a specific reason, and they are innocent, virtuous, free from major faults, untouched by anger and other negative emotions, and self-critical, they should be treated with equality. Otherwise, they should not be. [ 57 ]