Trump says yes. He feels that otherwise, Iran would acquire a nuclear weapon and use it to threaten the world.

Others, including some religious leaders, say no — because war only causes suffering, and does not lead to peace.

Let’s ask a basic question. Isn’t it important to be kind? And isn’t war the opposite of kindness?

Perhaps we can derive insight from Lekutei Torah (Chassidic discourses of the first Lubavitcher Rebbe – the Alter Rebbe) on this week’s Torah portion (recited in the synagogue) — Tazria Metzora.

The Alter Rebbe explores the emotional........

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