Some historical myths can also be seen as sacred lies based on true stories. Take the story of King Arthur. There may have been a real leader or warrior around whom the elaborate tales of the Round Table, magic swords, and chivalrous knights were built. The core of a leader and some battles might be true, but over time, it was embellished with magical and heroic elements that are not entirely factual.
No, it isn't. Sacred Lies is a fictional story created for entertainment purposes.
No, it isn't. Sacred Lies is a fictional creation, not based on real events.
Look for inconsistencies. If a story seems to have parts that don't quite add up or seem overly exaggerated compared to other known historical facts, it could be a sign of a sacred lie. For example, if a story claims that a single person defeated an entire army all by themselves, while historical records show that it was a group effort with many factors involved.
They can mislead people. If a large number of people believe in a sacred lie, they might make wrong decisions. For example, they might support a cause that's not as noble as it's presented in the lie.
One example could be in a war situation. A soldier might tell a necessary lie based on a true story to protect the location of his comrades. Say he witnessed a battle at a certain place, but when captured, he lies about the exact details to mislead the enemy.
One example could be in a courtroom. A defendant might tell a desperate lie based on a true event. Say there was a real altercation but they exaggerate their role as a victim when in fact they were the aggressor. They use the truth of the altercation but twist it to their advantage.
In politics, a candidate might take an old statement made by their opponent out of context, which is a true statement but歪曲 (twist) it to make it seem like the opponent has extreme and dangerous views now. This is a dangerous lie based on a true story, as it misleads the voters and can have a significant impact on the outcome of an election.
One example could be when a person twists the facts of a real event to create false rumors about someone's character. For instance, if in a true story someone made a small mistake at work, but another person lies and says it was a major act of negligence to get them fired.
Research is key. Dig into the origin of the story. Check multiple sources. If there are elements that don't quite match up but are still presented as fact within a certain narrative, it could be a sacred lie. Say, a religious story might have some elements added over time to strengthen a certain belief.
Another is 'Joy'. This film is inspired by the true story of Joy Mangano. She had to hustle through many difficulties in the business world to create her successful line of products. She faced family issues, financial problems, but with her determination and hustle, she made it big.