Sometimes lies were more dependable than the truth. -Ender's Game
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Falsehoods can offer more stability or utility than harsh realities.
- In plain terms
- Sometimes lying is more reliable than telling the truth.
- What can you take from it?
- Consider why a lie might be preferred over truth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is a lie safer?
- What does dependability mean here?
Another view
Liars are still dangerous in the long run.
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