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7-9. On the day previous to the erection (of a gnomon), purification of the place (where the gnomon is to be erected) should be carried out: in the middle of the selected site a spot, quadrangular (in shape) and measuring four cubits each way, (should be made) watery all over (in order to secure the accurate levelling).