Monday, March 9, 2009

Truth

Edited to add:
I really liked this quote my uncle V. sent me & find it relevant to things I see happening in the world today.

In a message titled “Truth—and More,” Elder Russell M. Nelson contrasted the single-minded surgeon who coldly announces the truth about a terminal illness with the compassionate surgeon who mingles that message with assurances of love and support that help the patient and his family handle the truth. Truth is powerful and absolute in its existence, but its communication should usually be guided by companion principles.

“Otherwise,” Elder Nelson observed, “the sword of truth, cutting and sharp as a surgeon’s scalpel, might not be governed by righteousness or by mercy, but might be misused carelessly to embarrass, debase, or deceive others. … Indeed, in some instances, the merciful companion to truth is silence. Some truths are best left unsaid.” (Ensign, Jan. 1986, pp. 70–71.)

3 comments:

Tera said...

I love this thought. In a world where rude, callous speech is justified by calling it "truth," this is a good reminder for all of us. Me especially. Thanks.

Holly Ogden said...

That is a great quote.

Carie said...

Truly words to live by!