An often debated subject of mine is finding the line between uttering something which is absolutely true, but withholds all the truth. Does it make it a lie? Every word utter was indeed true. The Meaning, true. The statement as a whole, true. The withheld information, while unknown doesn't make it a lie.
The intent of the withholding must be considered. If the intent was to mislead, then I agree it is a lie. Without intent however, it could still be viewed as a falsehood.
Which lead into the following so easily.
If one is raised with half truths as doctrine, does it make them liars? One who believes a falsehood believes without complete understanding.
How is one to be judged if they have not the whole truth but only to that which is known to be true?
How is one to judge another if they have not the whole truth from which to judge?
I guess it is starting to sound like a Church talk.
Posted by Michael at December 15, 2003 08:42 PM