"An excuse is worse and more terrible than a lie, for an excuse is a lie guarded"
- Pope John Paul II
About this Quote
This quote means that making an excuse for something is even worse than lying due to the fact that when somebody makes an excuse, they are trying to conceal the reality with a lie. A reason is thoroughly crafted to prevent responsibility and responsibility, and it often results in mistrust and a damaged relationship. Simply put, it is much better to admit the truth than to make reasons for one's actions.
"Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time"
