The Sages Said:: Gurus (Spiritual preceptors) are to be earnestly bowed to by learned men. This Purāṇa is conducive to wealth, renown and long-life. It is secred and capable of accomplishing all objects. It is destructive of sins. It should be listened to along with Brāhmaṇas. This sacred excellent Purāṇa should not be given to the impure and unclean, to the sinner and faithless. It should not be given to a student unless he has served and studied for at least a year. It should not be given to the unlettered or to one who is antagonistic. It should not be given to one who is not like one’s own son.