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Shalom Aleichem, friends. Today, our wisdom comes from the Book of Proverbs, specifically Proverbs 15:1, "A gentle response turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."
This verse reminds us to approach all interactions with kindness and understanding. It's a natural reaction to respond harshly when we're hurt or offended, but our Sages teach us that a soft answer can diffuse a tense situation and prevent further conflict. The Torah is guiding us to act with humility and patience, even when it's challenging.
Imagine, you're in a heated conversation. It's easy to raise your voice, to match the intensity of the moment. But what happens if instead, you choose to respond gently? You may just change the course of the conversation. You may prevent an escalation, and perhaps, even pave the way for reconciliation.
This is a wisdom we can apply in every aspect of our daily life, be it in our homes, workplaces, or during chance encounters. We must strive to be agents of peace, to use our speech not as a weapon, but as a tool for understanding and harmony.
Remember, every word we utter has the power to build or destroy. Let us choose to build. May we all be blessed with the wisdom to navigate our conversations with kindness and understanding.
This podcast was produced and sponsored by Daniel Aharonoff. Shalom!