The Anger is the Danger
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Hi Rabbi, why is anger seen as such a negative trait in Judaism? Isn’t it a natural human emotion? Thank you.
Feeling Good About Yourself
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Can you give some tips how I can work on my self-confidence? Are there Jewish sources that address this issue? Thank you very much.
Minding My Beeswax
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Hi Rabbi, is it a sin to be "too nosy"? If so, what’s the sin’s name? I have a bad habit of being nosy. I think that if I could give my nosiness the name of some sin, I could hopefully stop it. Thanks!
Are Torah Scholars Automatically Righteous?
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Are Torah scholars automatically righteous? Is it possible for someone still to be wicked even though he accumulates profound Torah knowledge? Is there any example of the evil Torah scholars in Jewish sources?
Prayer to Stop Anger
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I often get angry and tend to act irrationally while I’m angry. I realize that things I said or done in anger are always destructive for me and my family.
What prayer can help overcome my anger?
Public Embarrassment
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Hi,
Is it true that if someone embarasses someone it’s as if they spilled blood?
Honesty: The Best Policy
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Shalom, a friend asked me, “What does it take to be a good Jew?” I told her I'd ask you since it seems like a good question. Thank you for your time and kindness.
Learning How to be a Mensch
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How does one go about overcoming a negative trait such as anger or greed?
IQ and Wisdom
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Are wisdom and having a high IQ the same thing? I mean, can you be wise with an average IQ or foolish with a high IQ?
Living the Good Life
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Dear Rabbi, I just came back from my first Orthodox Jewish funeral. I didn’t understand a lot of the service, but I was really moved and inspired by being there. What do you suggest is the message I should take from this experience? Thank you.