LESSON SIX: TIKUN OLAM (“SOCIAL JUSTICE”)

In recent decades, many social causes have gained widespread popularity. Among them are: A strong commitment to individual rights and employee rights, a just but compassionate criminal justice system, and a mandate to proactively aid the disadvantaged and oppressed. How is the Jewish version of tikun olam any different from secular social activism? What are our responsibilities as Jews vis-à-vis another’s welfare, safety, property, and dignity? And a question we all struggle with: Considering my limited time and resources, how do I prioritize between all these (and other) important causes?

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