How can you judge a man and his life until you have walked in his footsteps?

Question

Seriously, none of us can say "you should do this" or "He should have or shouldn't have" or even "If he was a Christian.." NONE of us know what is in a mans or womans heart or what their situation may be or have been. Think about this. Situations can seriously change things. Thank God that only He who knows all can judge!

Sorry I could not resist, this is my final question tonight, I promise.

I mean that we should not judge a person for mistakes of their past that they may not be proud of or that they had no real choice to make.

Answer 1

good point! I just can't see why anyone would judge someone...things are not always black or white! one time, in my elementry years, I went to school, and had gotten into an argument with some boy...I totally forget why, but, my teacher took us aside, brought us to her desk where there was this big globe with a cloth over it. she sat us down, one on either side of the desk, and asked the boy, after she had removed the cloth, which color the globe was...he said white....well, obviously he was color blind or somthing!!! my eyes told me it was black! how on earth could he mistake it...we started to argue again, when the teacher asked us to change sides of the desk, when we did, I was amazed! the globe was white on this side, and look like it was white all the way around it! that day I learned that you have to put yourself in ones shoes, and always look from their perspective before making any rash judments!

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Answer 2

You really shouldn't judge others. I try not to do it but I know that I don't do it now as much as I used to when I was a Christian. I don't see everything as just being black and white now. I see many shades of colors. Isn't it funny how the Christian God says you should not judge others lest you be judged too and those without sin may cast the first stone and yet the followers seem to have the hardest time with this? I don't mean it as just for the Christians. It is done everywhere no matter what religion or no religion at all.

Answer 3

Good question and I for one am happy you did post it. I see from the answers that the key is that word Judge which many took as judgment while others saw it as the Judge setting on the bench making a decision. I find it amazing what thoughts are triggered in the minds of humankind when a single word is mentioned. I say that because I am of the opinion that these triggered thought are the reason there is much disagreement and there is many times difficultly in exchanging ideas.

It is funny that in the English language so many have available books like the dictionary, encyclopedia, etc and yet they are seldom used. Likewise in communication no one takes the time to insure there is a common meaning in place when ideas are exchanged. Instead each just assumes that the other will see the point and will arrive at the same conclusion which is rarely the case unless the desired results are for no good referring to a clear moral law or standard. It is clear that humankind is and will be called on to make a decision that is classified as a judgement in respect to many situations and circumstances; however this decision should not be seen as the judgement that is declared in the Bible book that will follow the death in the words, "first comes death and then the judgement". The choices humankind will be called to make have to do with social relationships in this age in one way or another.

A careful study of the Bible will reveal there is a clear distinction in regards to the different judgments and also clear instructions in all areas. One must of course clearly divide these and see them in their proper place.

Of course I may be wrong and I do accept that. I try not to pass judgement on another for his opinion or his view. If I do see it wrong I may express my view and the fact I do in my opinion see it wrong but I do not try to change the other ones view. That I feel is not my job. I feel it is enough for me to sound a warning if I think a warning is needed and then to stop there. Absolutely I do make many errors and I accept that and do apoligize when such is called to my attention.

In support of one of the answers I do believe that the Bible does call all to set as judges as we do form many opinions about many things. However I do feel it does not tell us to tell everyone about our judgements unless ask to do so. Then I do believe that I should have more than two solid witnesses to support my judgement or I best state I have not good opinion without these two clear facts. I guess I am saying too many want to give an opinion and in pure truth they have no witnesses to what the say and no good reason for forming their opinion other than just saying that is the way I see it. LOL ha ha In the so called Christian world the favorite expression for this condition or fact is "I believe it by faith". The church group says "that is our doctrine, accept it or get out".

Ok I did express my view and I am not sure I did answer your question to your satisfaction. I think we are about the same in the fact we see that only God is the final judge, likened unto the Supreme Court in the American system. Thus we may be overruled and corrected for a wrong judgement so be careful. I do like your expression and concept that each is unique. If I am not in the shoes of another I can not understand his reasoning or reasons for doing or being as he is.

Do have a great day and ask some more thought provoking questions.

Answer 4

Well, I think you can judge actions - if somebody does something wrong, their misdeed deserves to be judged. I guess the underlying point that we can't judge the _person_ himself/herself is well taken - but at what point do you seperate a person from the actions they make? Somebody else mentioned Hitler - is it wrong to pass judgement on Hitler? Do we not know enough about his actions to pass judgement on him as a person?

I think it's very important to consider mitigating factors - I personally try to do this wherever possible - but only to an extent. After all, in this world we do have a justice system - one that has just laws 95% of the time and operates correctly probably some 75% of the time. Those numbers may not be great, but I'm still happy that we have a justice system to remove potentially dangerous people from society. As for the next world, well - seeing as how we can't be sure about any aspect of it, it makes it doubly important that we have a fair system of justice in this world.

If it's really true that God accepts criminals into heaven so long as they have accepted Jesus into their hearts, all I can say is that at least we on earth are fair enough to give these people jail time.

Answer 5

There is no one on this earth who never judges anyone else. If you say otherwise, I have to ask you, was what Hitler did ok? What about what Manson did? Or Stalin? Was that ok??

If you say no, then you're judging them.

There is nothing wrong with judging. It isn't judging which the Bible forbids, it's improper judging or judging without knowing the circumstances or the heart of the person you're judging.

It's funny how so many people who know nothing about the Bible know that one verse that says "judge not, lest ye be judged", and they foolishly think that's all the Bible has to say about judging. But that's not the case. If that were the only place the Bible speaks of judging, then it would be fine to take that as the final word. But since the Bible speaks about judging elsewhere (including commanding us to do it), you can't say that that one verse you have heard of is God's final word on judging, because it isn't. You have to take all He says about it together, the whole counsel of God.

Answer 6

We are not supposed to judge others. There is a saying from the Prophet of Islam that if you would look at yourself closely, you would see so many things that need improvement, that you will never have time to see what others need to improve in their own lives. Besides, we are not responsible for what others do.

However, should a man wants to go kill people for fun, because of the "footsteps" he walked in, which teach him that it is okay for him to kill others or be abusive, then we can not only judge him, but put a stop to his activities.

It all depends on what you mean by judging.

Answer 7

I totally agree with you on what you say about judging others. I agree that God is the only one who can and is qualified to judge, but we all do this, don't we? May God help and forgive us.

Answer 8

We must forgive, as The LORD does, But even The LORD does not forgive over and over..... If the person truely regrets the sins they have done, they will be forgiven, But if they do not, we are to work with them, to teach them, in the hope that they will repent.

But, to hope everyone will think that way,is foolish.
People have problems, and take their anger out on others.
How ever much i don't like it, i know, not everyone will think this way, untill The LORD has cast out the sinners, And us, the forgiven sinners, The repentent ones, will live forever in paradise, In peace.

Answer 9

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Answer 10

Never judge a man until you've walked a mile in his shoes. That way, you'll have his shoes and you'll be a mile away.