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154 / Lord Mahavira
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Truthfulness
A person who speaks the truth becomes trustworthy. Truth is the quintessence in this world. Truth is more tranquil and deeper than the deepest ocean.
Truth in God.
A wise person who treads the path of truth transcends death. In this world falsehood is condemned by all the saints. A person who utters a lie is trusted by none. A person who practises truthfulness remains unmoved in the face of severe trials and tribulations. Falsehood is the door through which sins step in.. Truthfulness is the abode of austerity, self-restraint and all other virtues. Truthfulness is the source of all noble qualities as the ocean is that of fishes.
