In this reading, the Rabbi is asked how one is supposed to love their neighbor, if the neighbor has wronged that person. The disciple does not understand how he is supposed to love this man, if this man has gone against this disciple. The Rabbi then answers by giving him an example. He was saying that all souls are one, that all souls originated from God's soul. So if the disciple were to punish his neighbor for doing wrong, he is basically punishing himself and God.
This is quite a powerful reading. I loved the part about how all of our souls are a part of God's soul. And that what we do to not only ourselves, but each other also effects God.
It's very hard to show compassion to those who are wicked. And sometimes we can't help it. But I believe that inside everyone, there is some good. And the wickedness came from something that has affected them in the past. Whether it was a hard childhood, people mistreating them, trouble with the family or at home, whatever it is, that person was once truly a good person. As we get older and more exposed to the world, we have two choices. To do good, or to do bad. Of course we could do both at the same time, but I feel like the more good we do, the more our heart will be prone to do good things. and vice versa. but I feel like those who do evil might just need a little bit of love in their lives to realize that what they are doing is wrong. It's hard to show love to these types of people, because at times we may feel like they don't deserve it, but I think God made us all to enjoy this life He blessed us with. And I think it's wrong for us to try and decide whether one person deserves it or not.
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That was deep and you are a good writer. That sounded like it was coming from the heart and was sincere. I enjoyed reading your post, and agree with what you had to say :)
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