abbi Josiah Pinto is actively working to strengthen ShuvaIsrael communities globally. During his recent visit to Miami, Florida, he conducted a Torah lesson and engaged the audience in a Q&A session.
Rabbi Pinto commented on the recent increase in closeness to religion, stating that every Jew has an inner spark that ignites at crucial moments. He emphasized the importance of promoting unconditional love and goodness, highlighting that unity is essential for redemption.
Rabbi Pinto also mentioned in his teaching the need for caution when reproving someone and telling them, “There is a distinction between proving someone and degrading them. No one is permitted to degrade anyone in the world. Anyone who makes his friend’s face pale will not have a share in the world to come.”
He explains that faith can withstand great pressure from all sides, but a small flick can shatter it instantly. Similarly, a person can endure challenging circumstances while holding on to faith, but a single small blow can break them. Sometimes, a seemingly insignificant comment from a friend can destroy faith.
Rabbi Pinto emphasized the importance of being mindful of one’s words to avoid undermining people’s faith. He stressed the need for caution, particularly among Torah scholars and rabbis, to prevent causing harm to others.
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