Even when a comment, action, or response, might be justified, we have to consider if it is in our best interest to react. We don’t need to always be right…we need to always be smart!
Judaism is not against arguments, but it is against the wrong type of arguments. Arguing for the sake of truth with mutual respect is encouraged, and in fact, it is what made Judaism what it is today.
When people argue in a sincere manner, 'for the sake of heaven,' they are both interested in arriving at the truth. That means listening to the other side.
Why did Moses pray that God not accept the incense offering or prayers of Korach and his followers when determining who would lead the People of Israel? Wasn't it all preordained by God anyway?
Chassidic thought teaches that there is a seed of greatness in every moment and a spark of holiness in everything – even more so in people. Try looking for it with positive questions.
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