Truthfulness

“Truthfulness is the foundation of all human virtues. Without truthfulness progress and success, in all the worlds of God, are impossible for any soul. When this holy attribute is established in man, all the divine qualities will also be acquired.”

How can truthfulness be “the foundation of all human virtues”? Every moment of our lives we are encountered with different decisions to make which affect us and the people around us. What quality do you think would safeguard making sound decisions? Truthfulness begins from within us and manifests itself in our actions, thoughts, emotions and words. One has to first be truthful with themselves in their thoughts and emotions in order to act truthfully towards others. Imagine you have to make a decision which you know may benefit you but can negatively impact others. Truthfulness enables you to honestly reflect on your thoughts and reasoning to distinguish the lower forces such as greed and selfishness from justice, trustworthiness and compassion. Truthfulness ensures sagaciousness and discernment.