[11] Textual references and literary style suggest that this Hindu text is ancient, probably in the centuries around the start of the common era.

Wear brownish red garment, Stop shaving armpits and pubic region, Shave his head and face, wear no string, And use his stomach as a begging bowl, wander about homeless, carry a water strainer to protect living things, Sleep on river bank or in a temple.

[23][29] The Hindu monk, according to Kathashruti, states Dhavamony, is not tied to any locality, he is enjoined to silence, meditation and Yoga practice.

[32] In contrast, the Jabala Upanishad, another ancient Hindu text of the same era, first acknowledges the sequential steps, but thereafter asserts the view that anyone in any stage of life can renounce, whether he is married or unmarried, immediately after education or at a time of his choice, if he feels detached from the world.

[33] Jabala Upanishad recommends pre-informing and persuading one's elders, family members and neighbors, but leaves the ultimate choice to the one who wants to renounce and lead a wandering monastic life.