[Note: And he engages in Torah for its own sake, in order to preserve and fulfill it, and he is meticulous in observing even the minor details of the commandments, the fences of our Sages, and their decrees. In general, the Torah is only revealed to a person of good and upright character, as it is written, "The secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him" (Psalm 25:14), especially one with a pure and clean heart, who despises any form of dishonest gain, has complete trust in God, and does not rely on any human being to speak the truth in his heart.
His spirit is not haughty; he walks in simplicity, hates injustice, and does not associate with the wicked. He loves righteousness and honors those who fear God. He is compassionate, humble, generous, patient, modest, and careful of his actions. He is mindful of the future, and even concerns himself with repairing the faults of others.
He is desirable and beloved below and above, he fears God in all matters, as it is written, "The secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him" (Psalm 25:14). He is not disdainful of God's discipline, but rather acknowledges Him in every measure and thanks Him for every attribute and quality that He bestows upon him. He fulfills his obligations with enthusiasm, rejoices in the remembrance of God and His love, distances himself from anger, grief, and sorrow, and does not complain except for his own sins, the destruction of the Temple, and the length of the exile.
He refrains from idle talk and frivolous matters. He avoids mocking and jesting, and his heart is strong to withstand the pressures of the corrupt. He contemplates the Torah day and night, never ceasing to study its words. He exerts himself to uncover its hidden depths, both revealed and concealed, in matters of Jewish law and aggadah.
He fills his cup with the words of the legal authorities, in order to discern and comprehend the laws and statutes of God, and to weigh arguments with true and upright judgment. Through this, he comes to know the observance of the commandments and the laws in the best and most complete way, knowing how to delve into the profound and extensive wisdom of the Talmud, with knowledge and understanding, not in order to be ensnared by falsehoods, twisted paths, or deceptions, but to gain a deep understanding of the Midrashim, and to speak in clear and desirable language.
He has a balanced and logical mind, safeguarding himself even from the slightest error, even in a single word, and certainly in speech and pronunciation. Rather, his actions are blameless, for he is the embodiment of a righteous person.]