Succah 52b § 3
Greater Man, Greater Struggles
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| Abaye: | In that situation, if instead of that man
it had been one whom I hate, a euphemism for himself, he would not have been able to restrain himself from sinning. |
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After becoming aware of so great a shortcoming he went
and leaned against the doorpost, thinking and feeling regret. | |
| Elder: | Anyone who is greater than another, his evil inclination
is greater than his. Therefore, Abaye should not feel regret, as his realization is a consequence of his greatness. |