英文美文分享: The Value of Honesty (诚实的价值)

“Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.” – Thomas Jefferson

“诚实是智慧之书的第一章。” — 托马斯·杰斐逊

Lily was a kind-hearted person, but she had a habit of telling little white lies to avoid hurting others' feelings.

莉莉是一个心地善良的人，但她有一个习惯，就是为了不伤害别人的感情而说一些小谎话。

One day, she read Thomas Jefferson’s quote: “Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.”

有一天，她读到了托马斯·杰斐逊的名言：“诚实是智慧之书的第一章。”

The idea of honesty being the foundation of wisdom struck her deeply. She realized that honesty wasn't just about avoiding discomfort; it was about building trust and integrity.

诚实是智慧基础的想法深深打动了她。她意识到，诚实不仅仅是避免不适，它还是建立信任和正直的基石。

Lily decided to be more truthful in her interactions, even when it was uncomfortable. Over time, people began to respect her more, and her relationships became stronger.

莉莉决定在与他人交往时更加诚实，即使这会让她感到不适。随着时间的推移，人们开始更加尊重她，她的关系也变得更加稳固。

The lesson was simple: True wisdom starts with honesty.

教训很简单：真正的智慧始于诚实。