Category: Piety

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The Ladder of Spiritual Growth: Guarding Yourself from Evil

How One Good Step Leads to Another Let’s talk about a fascinating idea that comes from an ancient verse: “You shall guard yourself from everything evil” (Deuteronomy 23:10). Rabbi Pinchas ben Yair, a wise teacher from long ago, explained that this isn’t just advice about avoiding trouble—it’s the first step on a whole ladder of becoming a better and more…