We all have our values, opinions, likes and dislikes, and doctrines by which we shape and live our own lives. The 10 Commandments are judgmental, but they are intended as a means for each person to self judge, not as a means to judge others. Having an opinion is fine. Allowing a difference of opinion to cause you to dislike others and treat others in a manner in which you would not want to be treated yourself is judgmental. As a Christian, we don't hate the athiest. As a Democrat/ or Republican, we don't hate the opposite. As a poor man, we don't hate the rich man. And these examples go on and on.
Are there exceptions? Maybe. For example, does the slave hate the master? Does the victim hate the rapist/murderer/robber? Does the cheated spouse hate the cheater? I guess judgmentalism comes in degrees.
I know that we are supposed to forgive those who offend, harm, or transgress against us. I also know that that forgiveness can sometimes take every ounce of emotional strength that we can muster, and I confess that I am not always successful. Nevertheless, I think that is important to do and I will (maybe read "we should") always try to do it.
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“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
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