my disciples, and the whole number of holy men (Sadhus), such as
Muktananda and others;

6. Let all these (persons) constantly give heed to my prayers
for their perpetual continuance in their own proper duties--(my
prayers) offered up with repetition of the name K.rish.na
(Naraya.na), and in accordance with the sacred scriptures.
(Literally--Let my benedictory words which keep them in their own
duties be always read by all these persons accompanied by
repetition of the name of K.rish.na, and approved by the
Sastras.)

7. Let this Letter of directions, which has important objects
(to be hereafter enumerated), and which promotes the welfare of
all living beings, be studied with perfect concentration of mind
by all these (persons).

8. Those (virtuous) persons who conform to the good usages
enjoined by the sacred Sastras will always enjoy great happiness
both in this world and in that which is to come.

9. But those evil-minded persons who wilfully transgress such
(good usages) will certainly suffer great misery in this world as
well as in the next.

10. Therefore let all of you who are my disciples always remain
careful and well-contented in the observance of this (Book of
directions).

11. Let no followers of mine ever intentionally kill any living