One should avoid even [apparently] beneficial actions that impede devotion, transgress the niyams of satsang or cause one to lapse from dharma. (158)

One should offer appropriate respect to those who are senior in age, possess greater wisdom or are more virtuous by bowing reverently, using polite speech and expressing other forms of regard. (159)

One should always respect the learned, seniors and teachers. According to one’s capacity, one should honor them with good words and other such deeds. (160)

One should address each individual according to their virtues, achievements and other merits. One should encourage them in noble works according to their abilities. (161)

One should speak words which are true, beneficial and loving. One should never falsely accuse any individual. (162)