He is not a Muni who merely practices yogic meditation, nor is he one who merely dwells in the forest (having withdrawn from the world). But he is a Muni, and surpasses all others, who knows his own true nature. Since a man is able to explain every object (vyakarana), he is said to possess universal knowledge (vaiyakarana); and indeed the science itself is called Vyakarana, because it is able to explain every object down to its very root (which is Brahman). A man who sees all realms before his eyes is said to possess universal knowledge. One who abides in Truth and perceives Brahman is said to be a brahmin, and a brahmin possesses universal knowledge. A kshatriya who practices such virtues may likewise behold Brahman. He too may attain this exalted state, rising step by step, according to what is set forth in the Vedas. Knowing this for certain, I tell you this.