The following was posted on a Yiddish forum.
Unfortunately, this is a very common attitude within the Chasidic world regarding sexual abuse.
Written by "Sachdes" (translation by an individual who wishes to be anonymous):
http://www.ivelt.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=17395&start=50
"We must understand one thing: the very terms 'abuse' and 'abuser' have entered our camp from the goyim. The problem with that is that all the [harmful] effects of abuse that the goyim have invented were born entirely so that people can file lawsuits and make money off the system. I have personal knowledge on the matter, from those who have been dealing with adolescent boys and these sorts of cases for many years: it is all made up. ('Lo dovim ve'lo yaar.') All those who were abused are able to drink their coffee and eat their wonderful breakfasts; they are in good spirits. On the contrary, they enjoy their days and live happy lives. They have no problems -- as a result of the act [of abuse] -- sleeping at night; they have no nightmares, and all these lies can only be sold to those who don't know these 'chevra'."
The Awareness Center closed. We operated from April 30, 1999 - April 30, 2014. This site is being provided for educational & historical purposes. We were the international Jewish Coalition Against Sexual Abuse/Assault (JCASA); and were dedicated to ending sexual violence in Jewish communities globally. We did our best to operate as the make a wish foundation for Jewish survivors of sex crimes. In the past we offered a clearinghouse of information, resources, support and advocacy.
Showing posts with label Yiddish. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Yiddish. Show all posts
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Friday, May 18, 2012
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)