Empathy is the Sign of Humanity
Moshe Rabenu left Midian with his wife and children, and journeyed to Egypt to redeem Klal Yisrael from bondage. Aaron came to meet him in the desert and advised Moshe not to bring his family into the Egyptian slavery. Aaron felt great empathy for the suffering of his people. He could not bear to see the added suffering of Moshe's family. Especially since it could be avoided by not exposing them to the difficulties. Aaron's capacity to empathize with others, personifies the highest level of humanity.
Lesson: Sensitivity to feel the pain of others as one's own pain, is the sign of true compassion,
Visualization: Envision Aaron feeling great compassion for Moshe's wife and children. See his heart fill with empathy at the thought of them entering the anguish of this Egyptian bondage. See his eyes moisten as he tells Moshe not to bring his family into Egypt. Open your heart to feel the hardships of others. Do whatever you can to help them avoid pain. Comfort those who are distressed; befriend them and encourage them. (Based on the commentary of Rashi to the Chumash) In order to schedule a ten-minute consultation with Rabbi Zvi Miller, via skype or phone, send email request to salantorg@gmail.com | 
