I'm sure we've all heard the phrase, "Honesty is the best policy." But is it in all circumstances?
Any of you who were parents and celebrate Christmas have probably told their child that Santa Claus exists (maybe I should have put that behind a spoiler in case some of you here still believe). Some would classify this as a 'little white lie,' but technically it's still a lie, nonetheless.
If you find out that your friend's spouse or SO is having an affair behind your friend's back, but you don't say anything for fear of being responsible for destroying their relationship or family if they have children, that would be lying by omission.
Is it okay to lie because it will make someone happy? When it's done to protect another's feelings? When it's done to protect yourself?
Under what conditions is lying acceptable? Why?
Any of you who were parents and celebrate Christmas have probably told their child that Santa Claus exists (maybe I should have put that behind a spoiler in case some of you here still believe). Some would classify this as a 'little white lie,' but technically it's still a lie, nonetheless.
If you find out that your friend's spouse or SO is having an affair behind your friend's back, but you don't say anything for fear of being responsible for destroying their relationship or family if they have children, that would be lying by omission.
Is it okay to lie because it will make someone happy? When it's done to protect another's feelings? When it's done to protect yourself?
Under what conditions is lying acceptable? Why?