THE KARMA OF FALSE SPEECH
Master Jun Hong Lu: People who habitually tell lies and commit false speech would suffer from another form of retribution apart from being loathed by others – a kind of retribution that affects their body. Bodhisattva said that this retribution comes in the form of bad breath; it is a type of prolonged stench that comes from the mouth.
Some people may suffer from bad breath, possibly caused by their poor digestive system or oral hygiene. However, if your breath has stunk for a prolonged period, you should be wary that something is amiss.
Source: Master Jun Hong Lu’s Buddhism In Plain Terms, Episode 84, 10 June 2020
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