Acharya Prashant explains that scriptures demand a high level of eligibility, including detachment, self-control, faith, and a burning desire for liberation. Without these qualities, approaching scriptures can be harmful rather than beneficial. He points out the inherent difficulty in self-assessment; one cannot accurately judge their own eligibility because the very faculty needed for judgment—wisdom—is what is being tested. This often leads to self-deception or the misuse of scriptures to justify ego-driven actions and social discord. Many people claim divine authority for their misdeeds because they interpret texts according to their own biases without proper guidance. The speaker highlights a fundamental difference between a scripture and a Guru: a scripture is not a living consciousness and cannot correct a reader's misinterpretation. A person can manipulate, ignore, or distort a text to suit their convenience, but a true Guru provides active supervision and prevents such dishonesty. For the vast majority of people, a Guru is essential to select the right path and text suitable for their specific spiritual state. However, Acharya Prashant concludes with a caution: while a true Guru is superior to a scripture, it is safer to rely solely on scriptures than to follow a false Guru. A scripture might leave one spiritually hungry, but a false Guru is like consuming poison.