Aug 15, 2018
Elul 5
Rabbinic tradition teaches that we all have two opposing forces compelling us: yetzer hara and yetzer tov. Some rabbis teach that we need a balance of “yetzer hara” (selfishness) and “yetzer tov” (selflessness). Without selflessness, the world would obviously be a cruel place, and we would forget mitzvot that involve looking out for others. But without selfishness, the world would also be desolate. No one would have children, build themselves a house, or express themselves with art. In this framework, how well have you balanced your “yetzer hara” and “yetzer tov” this past year. Which do you need to listen to more this coming year?
