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Yom Kippur: Day of I'm Sorry, Day of Unconditional Acceptance, Day of Sensitivity

Yom Kippur 2018 - Three Sermons Day of I'm Sorry, Day of Unconditional Acceptance, Day of Sensitivity Sermon 1 - Day of I’m Sorry Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 4 page 1150 note 8 & Derech mitzvosecha מצות וידוי ותשובה  Joke: Spotted Owl Next case, Mr. John Smith vs. State of California.   The judge looks at the case and turns to Mr. Smith.   “Mr. Smith, you are accused of hunting the endangered spotted owl.   What do you have to say for yourself?” “Guilty, with an explanation your honor.” “Let me hear” says the judge. “Well you see your honor, I was on a camping trip and lost my way.   I was wondering about the forest for two days without anything to eat.   I was beginning to fear for my life, took my rifle, and shot the first thing I could see.” “Case dismissed”, says the judge.   “Let it be known that this court combines mercy with justice.” As the court begins to empty, the judge calls over Mr. Smith. “Mr. Smith,” “As an avid hunter I’ve alwa