Question

“Rabbi Shimon is worthy to be relied upon in a time of exigency.” I didn’t understand this sentence. After all, if the Jewish law is not in accordance with Rabbi Shimon but with his disputant, then we’ve already determined that the truth is with his study partner and not with Rabbi Shimon. So how can a time of exigency change the truth? You could say that when you’re in a pressing situation you’re not obligated to fulfill the Jewish law, and you’re under duress, and it’s not such a big deal, etc. But in any case, the ruling still isn’t in accordance with Rabbi Shimon; it’s just that the Holy One, blessed be He, waives your obligation in a time of exigency!?