Philosophical Responsibility

[Brandon]

Let's say, for example, that a philosopher has determined that the "absolute truth" of existence is that all values are baseless; that nihilism and moral relativism are indeed true.

Should that philosopher promote his "truth," even if there is reason to believe that moral relativism will poison and corrode his society? Do philosophers have responsibility in regard to the ideas they churn out and endorse?

Would a "noble lie" ever be considered a good thing? Is it better for the majority of people to go on believing in "good" and "evil" absolutes, even if they're false? Is it possible that falsehood, not truth, is a necessary condition for life?