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Lie

The lie is associated with the Devil, who is referred to as the ‘father of lies’ in the Gospel of John (8:44). This identification links deception and falsehood with the adversarial force in Christian tradition. The concept of the Devil as the source of lies has been influential in shaping perceptions of truth and morality … Read more