If he stands firm and develops a longing toward the knowledge of these three letters—which is a standing in anticipation, its designated duration being either seven or nine [periods]—while he trains himself by reading the books and examining them without doubt or laziness, he becomes worthy of elevation. If he is deemed worthy, he is brought forward; otherwise, he is kept at a distance until the appointed time is fulfilled for him and he deserves to journey to the second, having thus cut through two obstacles. Thereafter, his master permits him and imparts to him the supreme Word, and the covenants and confirmed oaths are bindingly administered to him. So he bears it, and his teacher opens for him the knowledge of the Anzari' Eye. Thereupon, his vigor strengthens, and the guardianship of the Spiritual Eye is realized, alongside the knowledge of the Veil, the Gate, the Orphans, and the occupants of the ranks. He purifies himself from the Adversary—who is the human entity—and from his faction and the people of tyranny, and he guards his codex with love and desire. If he remains settled upon this transmission and affirmation, and no doubt afflicts him regarding the secrets he has uncovered, he seeks the fourth [obstacle].