Reply To: Respecting each other

poppa: You’re incorrect on a few things.

Would I accept someone who eats pork, or drives on Shabbos? Actually, yes. I may not think what they’re doing is correct, but I will accept them into my community and try to influence them to change for the better. Someone who steals or is a molester is a different story, because they harm others.

If someone drives on Shabbos, I’d probably invite them over for a Shabbos meal and try to show them how beautiful Shabbos is. Accepting the person doesn’t mean you’re condoning the behavior.