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119-123. The tank, well; and lake should be furnished with (surrounding) staircases on all sides ; or, as an alternative (they may be constructed) at the four quarters, four corners, or at the interspaces; otherwise, the staircases at some such convenient places should be made (only) for the front (or porch); in the very same places, at the most convenient part, the main (*kula*) door should be constructed, and in front of it and on the two sides, the staircases should be constructed as directed before.