As we prepare for Tisha B'Av, we reflect on the events that led to the destruction of the Second Temple. Chazal teach that the humiliation of Bar Kamtza set a tragic chain of events in motion, while the story of Balaam reveals how deeply Hashem cares about every person's dignity, even that of a wicked individual. This powerful lesson reminds us that we can stand firm for our principles without shaming others, and that protecting another person's honor is an essential step toward rebuilding the Third Temple.

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