시편 104:35의 Halakhah

Above all, we must foster a moral climate in which acts of terrorism are anathema. The Psalmist calls out, " Yitamu ḥata'im min ha-arez—Let evil deeds cease from the earth" (Psalms 104:35). The Gemara, Berakhot 10a, underscores the use of the word ḥata'im in commenting, "Mi ketiv ḥot'im, ḥata'im ketiv," i.e., we pray for the eradication of evil deeds, but not of evildoers. Even in administering punishment, the purpose is not retribution but prevention. Public condemnation and censure are essential lest silence be regarded as approval. And approval, Heaven forbid, can only lead to further violence.