Planning permission has been applied for an eruv (symbolic Jewish zone) around our town. I understand the theory behind it - allowing members of the Jewish community to carry, transport and such on the Shabat within this boundary.
But I just don't understand what difference - in the eyes of their God - wires on poles will make. Enlighten me please!
2007-03-23 23:33:51 · 7 answers · asked by bumblecherry 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/judaism/living/eruv_1.shtml
2007-03-23 23:38:03 · answer #1 · answered by richard_beckham2001 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm Jewish, but not Orthodox, so I don't feel the need for an eruv. That being said, I respect the beliefs of those that do feel the necessity of this idea. Whether it will make a difference to God is up to God; but it makes a difference to the people who have this belief. To me, if something enhances the spiritual experience of another, then I think it's a positive thing for them and for the society in which they live. A person who is conscientious about his beliefs - no matter what they are - will tend to be a person who is more likely to be a positive force in society, and if an eruv helps this group of people, then I see no harm in it, and possibly a bit of benefit to all concerned.
2007-03-24 06:58:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eruv is simply an application of the 4th commandment - remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy - to an urban setting. Given the necessity (for an Orthodox Jew) of following the law, this makes sense. In 'in the eyes of their God' they are fulfulling His commandment, according to their collective wisdom over the ages.
2007-03-24 09:34:05 · answer #3 · answered by a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what that is (eruv) or what the whole thing is about.
But:
I can use wires on poles to send out an inter-galatic message to the entire Universe!
2007-03-24 08:59:30 · answer #4 · answered by maguyver727 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree with lilo had enough of extremes in all religions.This is our country & if they do not like it then go were they can practice there beliefs there not wanted in the UK.
2007-03-31 12:22:04 · answer #5 · answered by Ollie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im sick of all this we are religeous we need a budda crap, if we go to their country we have to abide by their laws so why dont they abide by ours here...
2007-03-30 13:42:33 · answer #6 · answered by juejua 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i'd watch out i'm sure thats how it started in palestine
2007-03-24 06:55:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋