1. No Need to Apologize
- Author
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Burstein, H. David
- Subjects
GUILT (Psychology) ,FORGIVENESS in religion ,SHAME ,JEWISH identity ,FREE will & determinism -- Religious aspects ,JUDGMENT (Psychology) ,RELIGION - Abstract
The author discusses the emotions of guilt and forgiveness, noting that guilt can be necessary in the case of unethical behavior or error or gratuitous for events beyond one's control. He looks at the difference between guilt and shame in various religions and cultures, especially in the context of free will and the judgment of others. These concepts are applied to the role of Israel in the modern world, arguing that Jews should not be asked to apologize for supporting Israel.
- Published
- 2008
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