Kuzari (5:20): … The Prime Will is manifest when the Divine Presence is amongst the Jews. However after the destruction of the Temple it became doubtful - except in the hearts of those who have faith - whether specific events were the result of the direct command of G d or the Heavenly spheres or were accidents. There is no definitive way to resolve this issue. Nonetheless it is best to attribute everything that happens to G d, especially major things such as death, victory, war, success and bad fortune.
but you still have free will or determinist instinct to try to avoid the negative outcomes. If you see a lion, reach for your gun and shoot, illness seek medical attention, though it is not guaranteed to work.
ReplyDeletethe issue was attribution
DeleteWe are meant to take care of what we do - not walk under weak wall, take dangerous drugs, etc. Even so there are no guarantees.
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