Lies, Lies and More Lies!

Luba · 02-09-2008, 05:48 PM

Is it ever okay to lie? Have you ever regretted telling a particular lie? Do you change the subject to something else quickly if you are about to say something untrue or hurting?

Vautrin · 02-09-2008, 05:49 PM

Lies can be beneficial for everyone. That said, it really matters what people lie about. I don't use lies very often (and I leave it up to you to vouch for that!

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Luba · 02-09-2008, 05:54 PM

Why are lies often called 'white'? Is there such a thing as a Black Lie?

Vautrin · 02-09-2008, 05:56 PM

Probably is. But it is a bit maccabre.

Luba · 02-09-2008, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Vautrin

Probably is. But it is a bit maccabre.

What would be an example for both? What an intriguing question...I'm SO proud!!

Vautrin · 02-09-2008, 06:05 PM

White lie: "It was according to God's will. (even though you have no idea whether that is true).
Black lie: "Eternal damnation will befall you if you do not do God's bidding."

It must be possible for a gray lie to exist.

Luba · 02-09-2008, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Vautrin

White lie: "It was according to God's will. (even though you have no idea whether that is true).
Black lie: "Eternal damnation will befall you if you do not do God's bidding."

It must be possible for a gray lie to exist.

Okay, now give me a gray lie, please! (this is like a test!)

Vautrin · 02-09-2008, 06:20 PM

When politicians say just about anything on the subject of terrorism.

Weiser · 02-12-2008, 12:39 AM

girlfriend: do these pants make my a$$ look big?
you: no

Luba · 02-12-2008, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Weiser

girlfriend: do these pants make my a$$ look big?
you: no

I don't know why women ask these questions. We know our a$$ is big, so it's like we are asking to be lied to....then get upset about it....go figure!