17 episodes
Chofetz Chaim Podcast: Q&A R' Elchonon Kuritsky
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- Religion & Spirituality
Insightful classes exploring the laws and rationale behind proper speech. Given in a Question-and-Answer format. Based on Sefer Chofetz Chaim.
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Q#13b: Why is Lashon Hara called "False"? (Another explanation)
An explanation of how Lashon Hara distorts the truth even though it appears to be true.
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Q#13: Why is Lashon Hara called "False"?
The fundamental laws of Lashon Hara apply even if the speech is true, so why is the prohibition sourced in the phrase "don't bear a false report"
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Q#12: Can going to a Shiur be problematic?
Depending on our intentions, even going to something as seemingly positive as a Torah class can be prohibited.
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Q#11: But it's impossible!?
How is it possible to refrain and hold back from the sin of Lashon Hara considering the difficult situations we often find ourselves in?
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Q#10c: How does gratitude to Hashem prevent Lashon Hara? (Another approach)
The root cause of Lashon Hara is given and recognizing goodness by definition is its antithesis.
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Q#10b: How can we see others more positively?
We delve further into the concept of appreciating the good in our lives. Using this appreciation as an antidote to negativity.