Freedom and Redemption
Said the Apter: "We now have the best opportunity to achieve redemption. Until the present time a Jew did not have complete freedom of action, inasmuch as formerly the leaders of the Jewish community had authority to punish transgressions against Jewish customs and communal regulaitons. Now, however, anyone may commit any offense against Judaism with impunity. Hence, he who chooses not to sin through self-control and reverence for his faith is worthier in theyes of God than the law-abiding Jew? of former generations."
Source: Menorah ha-Tehora
