Scriptures are invaluable source of knowledge because it is only through their study that the mind is filled with good thoughts. Good thoughts help us in leading a virtuous life.This is the sure way for growth of the mind and also to acquire eternal happiness and peace.

We should try to acquire knowledge from all the sources and by all means-studying the scriptures, contemplation,meditation,etc.

One should constantly strive to acquire knowledge and by doing so one shall be praised and respected amongst by scholars.

One should strongly resent miserliness and indulge in charity because one can acquire the never-ending wealth of immortality by doing so.

People who are proud do not adhere or acquire anything and as a result of which the ego gets destroyed.

One has to be humble if he desires to acquire knowledge.

If a person becomes a fatalist and does not perform actions he shall literally acquire nothing.

He (Indra) does not give an opportunity to the proud to acquire anything.