We recently received an email from one of our followers presenting a good question. I hope this answer helps you understand. Thank you for being a dedicated follower and G-d bless you always.
I have been following your blogs for months now. They are all very good. I want to put forward a question to you and I hope you will use it as a blog. We are Jewish, but are Christian. My brother is getting married in a few months to a Jewish woman and this is just one of my many questions. Her parents are Orthodox Jews and I have unanswered questions. Thanks a lot for your time.
My question to you:
What is it that religious Jews have against television? Aren't you a bit cut off from reality? How do you know what's going on in the world without a TV in the house?
I would say that it's the other way around …TV cuts you off from reality. Whatever you are watching, whether it's the news or entertainment, you are missing out on what's going on in the real world. The news is a distortion of what's going on other people's lives, & the entertainment is a distraction from what's going on in your life. "Reality TV" is an oxymoron.
The TV news is simply reporting the facts … right? Wrong. It is only reporting the facts that are visually captivating, will maintain the ratings, conform to the prejudices of the viewers (not to mention the station owners), & fit into neat little segments … as if there has never been a story too complicated to report in three minutes ...
But it's not only the news that distances us from reality. Just as TV news replaces the facts with a contrived opinion, TV entertainment replaces real human interaction with somebody else's fantasies. Those who spend their hours following soap operas are missing out on the days of the lives of their own family & friends. The sitcom junkies are oblivious to the hilarity of everyday living. And the fans glued to "reality TV" are blind to the reality happening in their own home.
Could it be that TV is a major cause of the relationships crisis we face today? Apart from the time wasted in front of the box, there is a deeper effect the media is having on our generation of TV addicts. So many people are complaining that they can't find somebody to love. How often do we hear, "I just can't find the right person." Well, to a couch potato, it's no wonder no one is "the right person." Who can compete with the beautiful, funny, interesting & witty characters that strut the screens & fill their minds every night? Never mind that it's all contrived & staged. How many people do you know who fit TV's narrow definition of what is considered attractive? Of course no one in the real world matches up.
Personally, I feel more in touch with reality without a TV. You may not be ready to throw yours out the window. But at least ensure that it is you that controls the television, & not the reverse. Make sure you are not missing out on real relationships in favor of imaginary friends. Life was not meant to be lived only during commercial breaks.
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A good question, with an excellent answer. Thanks for sharing it.
You answered the question very well. Television has almost become a "god" to so many people. I am a well balanced person and I do believe it is because we grew up without one. I think television could be a very useful tool though. If we can make the world aware of reality and happenings all over can be shared truthfully, then it would be worthwhile having a television. Thank you for sharing this interesting piece. G-d Bless you.
A sufficient answer to the question. Thanks for sharing other people's questions.
Great answer! I agree life should not be lived during commercial breaks. Well said. Very well written. Thanks for sharing.
You gave a very good answer to the question. Well written. :)
Your answer is very good regarding the question. We have a television in our home, but it is seldom used. My wife and I believe in going out for dinner's, playing tennis, going on hikes, etc. We also believe in family time. I have been in homes where the television has been on during the visit. It is unpleasant. The communication is hampered because people are so engrossed in what is happening on the set. You should do more questions and answers. Thanks for sharing.
A very good answer J. Thanks for sharin' yur opinion and thought on the question. G-d bless ya.
An excellent response.
Good question, great answer. I agree with you. TV has become a focal point in so many peoples lives throughout the world. I know people who are so addicted they have one in every room of their home; including the bathrooms. The kids have in their bedrooms and when you visit there, they are in their rooms watching. Its all wrong. Very good blog. Well written. I hope we see more like this. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing what you believe in. Your opinion is interesting to me and its educational to. I think we dont know enough about other peoples religions and thats why theres so much bad going on around us. Thanks alot for sharing. I have questions to but will send them to your email sometime. Thanks.
I love this. You should have more q and a. The person asked a good question and your answer was good. I agree with your answer because I grew up with the same principles and Tv is not important to me. My parents taught be about all the important things in life that matter and today I am appreciative of that. I can honestly say that the outside world never influenced me and I am happy that it didn't. Thank you for sharing! :)
A great blog with an even greater answer. Thanks for sharing.
A very good answer indeed. We should never allow the world or any person to influence our way of thinking. What we believe within is what we should continue to believe. Thank you for sharing. G-d bless you.
A well worded response.
Q and A are always interesting. Thanks for sharing. Some of the guys asked me to ask your opinion. Do you think there should be a need for war? What is your take on war? Do you think wars can be avoided altogether?
Definitely a good answer. Thanks for sharing. :)
A very good response.
Thanks for sharing.
Have I missed your answers to peoples question? There was a question on atheism in a previous blog and there was a question in this one about war. I think your answers will be interesting to read. This one was good. Thanks for sharing.
Where are the othere questions and answers? Good response.
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