1 An additional rule is not
to speak with contempt, in jest, or with malice to or about any of the noble ones who have
attained states of sanctity. 2 If you have done so, then personally apologize to him or her
or make an apology through your meditation instructor. If in the past you have spoken
contemptuously to a noble one who is at present unavailable or deceased, confess this
offence to your meditation instructor or introspectively to yourself.