1. And that of a Kṣatriya dyed with madder, 2. And that of a Vaiśya dyed with turmeric. 3. (The skin),worn by a Brāhmaṇa shall be that of a common deer or of a black doe. 4. If he wears a black skin, let him not spread it (on the ground) to sit or lie upon it. 5. (The skin worn) by a Kṣatriya shall be that of a spotted deer. 6. (The skin worn) by a Vaiśya shall be that of a he-goat. 7. The skin of a sheep is fit to be worn by all castes, 8. And a blanket made of wool. 9. He who wishes the increase of Brāhmaṇa power shall wear skins only; he who wishes the increase of Kṣatriya power shall wear cloth only; he who wishes the increase of both shall wear both (skin and cloth). Thus says a Brāhmaṇa. 10. But (I, Āpastamba, say), let him wear a skin only as his upper garment. 11. Let him not look at dancing. 12. Let him not go to assemblies (for gambling, &c.), nor to crowds (assembled at festivals). 13. Let him not be addicted to gossiping. 14. Let him be discreet. 15. Let him not do anything for his own pleasure in places which his teacher frequents. 16. Let him talk with women so much (only) as his purpose requires. 17. (Let him be) forgiving. 18. Let him restrain his organs from seeking illicit objects.