| 2506 The Christian is not to "be ashamed of testifying to our Lord" (2 Tim 1:8) in deed and word. Martyrdom is the supreme witness given to the truth of the faith. |
| 2507 Respect for the reputation and honor of persons forbids all detraction and calumny in word or attitude. |
| 2508 Lying consists in saying what is false with the intention of deceiving one's neighbor. |
| 2509 An offense committed against the truth requires reparation. |