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In the name of unity, let’s agree to disagree
Having participated in the Orthodox/Reform debate on the letters pages of Jewish Report, I have realised that there are sincere and well-meaning people on both sides of the divide. We humans have a tendency to generally consider our own views as correct, while demonising other viewpoints.
Martin Zagnoev
Rather than playing the ball, we often play the man and things can get ugly. Instead of disagreeing with an opinion, it, alas, often becomes personal. We might even hate the entire person merely for an idea!
In the name of unity let us agree to disagree!
People have a lot invested in their beliefs, especially when it comes to religion. It can be devastating to belittle someone’s beliefs. Disagreements should therefore be undertaken gently.
Sunningdale Ridge, Johannesburg