This is the course of conduct laid down in days of yore for a Brahmana. He should try to acquire knowledge, and do all the scriptural acts. By living thus, he is sure to acquire Success.
एषा पुरातनी वृत्तिर्ब्राह्मणस्य विधीयते। ज्ञानवत्त्वेन कर्माणि कुर्वन् सर्वत्र सिध्यति॥