Honesty

Originally posted by JS357
I think your answer that honesty is not a policy, is evasive. You might as well say in response to the question, "That's a nice puppy over there."

In answer to your question: Sometimes dishonesty is called for, such as the Nazi at the door scenario, who asks the question you have to answer is, "Are there any Jews here?" There are all kinds of rationalizatio ...[text shortened]... who can get through life without facing this dilemma is living a miraculously charmed life.

Very good point.

Originally posted by RJHinds
Very good point.

It looks like your praise of a non-theist's post has dumbfounded everyone and terminated this thread. 🙂

Actually, it's me who has managed to get the last word in.

Er... is this a competition?

Originally posted by JS357
I think your answer that honesty is not a policy, is evasive. You might as well say in response to the question, "That's a nice puppy over there."

In answer to your question: Sometimes dishonesty is called for, such as the Nazi at the door scenario, who asks the question you have to answer is, "Are there any Jews here?" There are all kinds of rationalizatio ...[text shortened]... who can get through life without facing this dilemma is living a miraculously charmed life.

Yes it was a bit evasive, sorry. I think honesty is generally the best "policy"; but policy is a strategy - tactically... would I lie to save my life or limb, or a loved ones, or anyone's for that matter - yes of course I would.

Originally posted by divegeester
Yes it was a bit evasive, sorry. I think honesty is generally the best "policy"; but policy is a strategy - tactically... would I lie to save my life or limb, or a loved ones, or anyone's for that matter - yes of course I would.

Can't argue with that point.