Love To Disagree (Ep. 329)

Sponsored By: YOUR LOCAL LEVYDuring Sefirah, when we focus on bein adam l’chaveiro, how should we relate to different sectors within Judaism—not just within Orthodoxy, but more broadly? If I believe that certain groups are making serious mistakes or are fundamentally wrong in their approach, what is my obligation? On the one hand, I understand that I should view all Jews as part of Hashem’s people and relate to them with a sense of unity. On the other hand, is it acceptable to distance myself and “love from afar” while still disagreeing with them? Within Orthodoxy, even with differences between groups, there is generally a shared framework of avodat Hashem. My question is mainly about relating across more distinct sectors, such as Dati Leumi/Mizrachi, Charedi, and Reform. Do I have an obligation to genuinely question my own assumptions and consider that they may be serving Hashem more correctly than I am, or can I remain committed to my own mesorah while still maintaining respect and a sense of unity? thank you kvod harav!