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Rabbi Moshe Haber Tisha B'AB: The Sword of the Heart and Soul 7.23.26
The Sword of the Heart and Soul
Jul 23, 2026
This teaching explores the spiritual parallel between physical violence and the harmful power of speech, framing the "sword of the tongue" as the Jewish equivalent to the physical weaponry of other nations. The speaker suggests that gossip and public embarrassment constitute a "sword of the heart and soul" that can destroy a person’s reputation, livelihood, and emotional well-being just as effectively as a physical blade. Drawing on historical examples like the conflict between Joseph and his brothers, the text argues that such interpersonal…
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