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The powers in soul to attain the spiritual position viz that of God, are the ways in which a recluse should lead his life.
81 Q.-What are such acts of Dharma as are be
yond controversy ? A.-No believer doubts in the goodness of
such things as showing mercy towards living beings, truth speaking, non-stealing, abstinence from adultery, forgiving, charitable temper, kind heartedness, content
ment, doing good to other etc. 82 Q.-Is it essential to study the sacred books
of different religions ? - A. The reason why it is necessary to study
the sacred books of different religions is that one who does so impartially and without any prejudice would find out the
real truth. 83 Q.- What are the rules and conditions gov
erning such a study ? A.-Before you study a sacred book, you must
see that its author is free from 18 faults,
