諸經要集 18.49

18.49

"Seventh, there are sentient beings whose hundred joints and bones are constantly driven with red-hot iron nails by the hell wardens. Once the nails are driven in, fire spontaneously arises to incinerate their bodies, scorching and rotting them entirely. What sin brought this about?" The Buddha said: "In their past lives, it was due to acting as acupuncture and moxibustion physicians, puncturing people's bodies without curing their illnesses, deceiving others to obtain their wealth, and causing others suffering and distress in vain. Therefore they incurred this sinful retribution."