The wise thing is for us diligently to train ourselves to lie thoughtfully, judiciously; to lie with a good object, and not an evil one; to lie for others' advantage, and not our own; to lie healingly, charitably, humanely, not cruelly, hurtfully, maliciously; to lie gracefully and graciously, not awkwardly and clumsily; to lie firmly, frankly, squarely, with head erect, not haltingly, tortuously, with pusillanimous mien, as being ashamed of our high calling.

Summary

This quote suggests that it may be wise to learn how to lie in certain circumstances. However, it emphasizes that lying should only be done with good intentions, such as benefiting others rather than ourselves. The quote implies that lying should be employed to heal, show kindness, and promote humanity, rather than for cruel or malicious purposes. It also suggests that when lying becomes necessary, it should be done confidently and with dignity, acknowledging the responsibility that comes with it.

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