SEFER SHMIRAS HALOSHON
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In essence, it is every Jew’s desire to fulfill Hashem’s will. It is ignorance of halachah, lack of awareness of the matter’s severity, and a feeling of helplessness as to how to change oneself in this area, which are the root causes of widespread disregard
for Shmiras haloshon. One who will attempt to guide others in this matter will surely find his words well received, and will bring great merit to his fellow Jews.
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Zohar Chadash states (Lech Lecha 25a): “Rav Avahu said: ‘Take note of the great reward that awaits one who inspires another Jew to repent. From where is this derived? From the words, “And Malkitzedek, King of Shaleim, brought out bread and wine” ‘ (Bereishis?14:18).
R’ Chiya Rabbah taught: ‘When the soul of a righteous person who inspired others to repent departs this world, the angel Michael, who brings the souls of the righteous before their Creator, goes forth to greet him, as it is written: And Malkitzedek — this
refers to Michael, head of the keepers of the Gates of Tzedek (Righteousness); King of Shaleim — this refers to the Jerusalem of Heaven; brought out bread and wine — he goes forth to welcome the righteous man, saying: Peace unto you!’ ”
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Elsewhere, Zohar Chadash states (ibid. 62a): “A Heavenly call goes forth each day: ‘Meritorious are those who toil in Torah, who draw others close to Torah, and who overlook the hurt caused them.’ ”
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