Truthfulness is the first pillar in the Temple of God-realization. Truth is the gateway to the Kingdom of God. Truth is like a ladder. It leads you to the Kingdom of Immortal Bliss. Truth is the queen of virtues.
Truth is the supreme virtue.
Truth constitutes the essence of the Vedas. Control over passions constitutes the essence of truth. These attributes are always present in a virtuous man. Truth is righteousness. Righteousness is light, and light is bliss.