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[380] The Sutra of Conduct has been stated. This Sutra explains that a multi-learned monk should not reside in a village or similar place if there are monks who are not well-versed in the Sutras. The Sutra clarifies this point by considering the different possibilities of the location of the monastery. If the monastery has only one entrance and exit, then it is not permissible for a "Agadsuyo" (one who is not well-versed in the Sutras) to stay there even for a single day. If the monastery has multiple entrances and exits, then it is permissible for a "Agadsuyo" to stay for one or two days. Staying for a third day would incur penance. The implication is that every eligible monk should study the Sutras worthy of being learned, memorize them, and become fully qualified so that they can wander and participate in assemblies as needed. Because these Sutras explicitly prohibit staying and wandering with those who are not well-versed in the Sutras, and those who violate this rule are considered liable for penance. Therefore, it is the essential duty of every newly ordained eligible monk, as well as their assembly leaders, teachers, and preceptors, to prioritize the study and teaching of the Agamas, not giving precedence to other interests and tendencies. They should focus on becoming and making others proficient in the rules of restraint. No monk should wander alone or engage in other activities without being proficient in the teachings and well-versed in the Sutras. Detailed information regarding the study of the Sutras, as per the ancient scriptures, is provided in the discussions of Nisitha Udde. 19 and Vyav. Udde. 3 and Udde. 5. One should carefully study and contemplate this information and make it a primary goal to study and teach the Sutras according to the Agamas. Only by doing so can one truly follow the teachings of the Jinas, and the development of the seeker souls and the Jain religion can be all-encompassing.
**The rules regarding a monk staying alone are as follows:**
6. In a village, city, or assembly with multiple entrances, exits, and pathways, it is not permissible for a multi-learned and well-versed in the Agamas monk to stay alone. How can it be permissible for a monk who is not well-versed in the Sutras and Agamas to stay alone? It is not permissible.
7. In a village, city, or assembly with a single entrance, exit, and pathway, it is permissible for a multi-learned and well-versed in the Agamas monk to stay alone, for a period of two days, as long as he is mindful of his monkhood.