Category: Mussar
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The Buddhist Equivalent of Nedivut (נדיבות) and Seva (सेवा): Dāna (दान, 慈施)
In Buddhism, the closest equivalent to nedivut (generosity in Jewish Mussar) and seva (selfless service in Hindu and Sikh traditions) is Dāna (दान, 慈施), which refers to selfless giving as a foundational practice of virtue and spiritual cultivation. 1. Definition & Core Concept Concept Nedivut (Jewish Generosity) Seva (Hindu/Sikh Selfless Service) Dāna (Buddhist Generosity) Meaning…
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Comparing and Contrasting Nedivut (נדיבות) with Seva (सेवा)
Both nedivut (generosity in Jewish Mussar) and seva (selfless service in Sanskrit, often in Hindu and Sikh traditions) emphasize giving, but they differ in motivation, context, and spiritual implications. 1. Definition & Core Concept Aspect Nedivut (Mussar Generosity) Seva (Sanskrit Selfless Service) Meaning Voluntary and wholehearted giving, without expectation of return. Selfless service performed as…
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Nedivut: Near enemies, archetypes, IFS parts/wounds, and S.m.a.r.t goals
The “Near Enemies” of Nedivut (Generosity) In Jewish Mussar, nedivut refers to the virtue of generosity—giving selflessly, whether in the form of money, time, or effort, without expecting anything in return. This concept involves cultivating a sense of abundance, kindness, and a willingness to share. Like other virtues, nedivut has “near enemies,” behaviors that may…
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Jungian “feminine” archetypes applied to Mussar
Moore and Gillette did not publish a direct equivalent to King, Warrior, Magician, Lover for female archetypes. However, their framework has inspired parallel work that explores feminine archetypal development. The closest equivalent in structure is The Queen, Mother, Wise Woman, Lover: Archetypes of the Mature Feminine by Gergen, Walker, & Gilligan, which applies a similar…
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Jungian “masculine” archetypes from Moore and Gillette’s view applied to Mussar
Moore and Gillette’s King, Warrior, Magician, Lover describes the “Highchair Tyrant” and “Weakling Prince” as shadow aspects of the immature King archetype. Both of these shadow forms are relevant across various threads in this Mussar personal chesbon hanefesh, particularly in discussions on Mussar (Jewish ethical refinement), Jungian shadow integration, and practical frameworks for personal development. …
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Practical Application of Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) in Halakha, Mussar, and Ontology
Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) aims to measure and model uncertainty in complex systems. Applying Probability Density Functions (PDFs) requires: Defining measurable variables. Quantifying uncertainty in each step of decision-making. Assessing variability in interpretation and classification. Below, I evaluate how UQ and PDFs can be applied to Halakha, Mussar, and Ontology and what modifications are needed to…
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Silence and resonance in human (non-digital) communication
The quality and level of silence play a profound role in shaping human (non-digital) communication. Silence can enhance, diminish, or transform the dynamics of a conversation, impacting everything from emotional resonance to the clarity of a message. In this context, the same conditions that govern physical resonance—natural frequency, driving frequency, energy transfer, damping, impedance matching,…
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Sh’tikah and channel problems (Information Theory and practical considerations)
The dynamics between noise, signal, and the integrity of a channel in information theory can provide a rich metaphorical framework for understanding human communication and how it can be disrupted or enhanced. The Mussar trait of sh’tikah (silence) plays a key role in human communication, especially when considering the balance between what is said (the…
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S.m.a.r.t goals to work towards skillful sh’tikah
Below are S.M.A.R.T. goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) for each of the points discussed above, with the overall goal of cultivating the skillful practice of sh’tikah (silence) in various aspects of communication. These goals focus on practical steps toward achieving more mindful, intentional silence in communication, while balancing speech and silence for clarity…