In life, telling the truth can be difficult, especially since us, human beings are aware that we should always tell the truth—no matter what, it is morally right. On the other hand, lying is morally wrong—one faces consequences when they lie. In Miller’s The Crucible, readers learn that being honest is important; however, if telling the truth can prevent one from meeting their death—is it acceptable to lie instead?
Based on my perspective, it can be argued that in life, human beings are required to be honest and a liar as well—it depends on the situation that one is facing. For instance, in The Crucible, the protagonist, John Proctor, decides to sacrifice his life by lying. Proctor committed adultery—he did not worship the devil. Therefore,
Based on my perspective, it can be argued that in life, human beings are required to be honest and a liar as well—it depends on the situation that one is facing. For instance, in The Crucible, the protagonist, John Proctor, decides to sacrifice his life by lying. Proctor committed adultery—he did not worship the devil. Therefore,