Amanitvam adambhitvam ahimsa kshantirarjavam, acharyopasanam shaucham sthairyam atma-vinigrahah
Humility, pridelessness, nonviolence, tolerance, simplicity, approaching a genuine teacher, cleanliness, steadiness, and self-control — these constitute the beginning of the twenty qualities of knowledge. Cultivating these virtues purifies the heart for higher realization.
- •True knowledge begins with humility and character
- •Nonviolence and tolerance are essential qualities
- •Approaching a spiritual teacher is foundational