Q&A: Modesty and the Prohibition of Touching Outside Jewish Law
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Modesty and the Prohibition of Touching Outside Jewish Law
Question
Hello Michi
Do you think there are advantages to modesty, refraining from touch, the prohibition on erotic thoughts, etc., even aside from Jewish law? Are these advantages on the personal level (for a person who refrains from touch)? On the social level (less harassment, infidelity, family stability, a position that leads to more offspring, etc.)?
I’d be glad to hear your view on the subject.
Answer
I don’t know. Sometimes being so careful actually arouses more erotic thoughts and comes out in the form of harassment.