Is Silence Really Golden?

Being silent is difficult for most people; especially little kids.  Many people would tell us to be silent takes a great deal of discipline. When counseling, we should be silent to hear the pain of the patient. When in the court of law, we are instructed to be silent and allow our accusers to speak.   But today, I would like to propose it is easier to stay silent than it is to speak the truth.  Being quiet to keep the peace only allows people to continue down the wrong path. It is only truth that can set us all free.