Beyond the Surface: The Meaning of Sincere
This reflection explores the true origin of the word “sincere,” rooted in the Latin phrase sine cera, meaning “without wax.”
Ancient sculptors would hide cracks with wax to make their work appear flawless, but honest artists displayed their imperfections openly.
In the same way, we are called to present ourselves to others without masks, without hiding, and without pretending — authentic, real, and “without wax.”