BONUS: Is Lying Always Wrong? Fr Gregory Pine Vs. Dr. Janet Smith
Pints With Aquinas
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The Definition and Context of Lying
In this chapter, they discuss the definition of a lie and the context in which lying occurs. They bring up the example of acting in a play, where the audience is aware that what is being spoken is not true. They also talk about the role of deception in humor, using an example of a joke where the humor comes from initially being deceived and then realizing the deception. They explore how quick contrasting and creating seeming contrasts contribute to the release of humor.
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