In a candid and thought-provoking piece, a New York rabbi opens up about a personal experience that has left many in the faith community reflecting on their own responses to difficult questions. When asked by his mother if he felt safe in the wake of rising anti-Semitism and hate crimes, the rabbi made a surprising admission: he lied. The rabbi's decision to withhold his true feelings from his mother stems from a desire to protect her from the pain and anxiety that comes with knowing her child is living in fear. But by choosing to conceal his emotions, did the rabbi inadvertently perpetuate a culture of silence and denial? Read on to learn more about the complex emotions and moral dilemmas that have left this rabbi grappling with the consequences of his response.
New York rabbi: Why I lied to my mom when she asked if I felt safe Baptist News Global
