Talk:Confession in Judaism

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I don't get why this article at first claims that confessing to God in front of others is forbiden but then goes on to describe times when Jews confess either to themselves or outloud (or singing!) during communal prayer. Isn't that a "public confession"?

[edit] Confession Judaism: Public vs. Private

Unless I misunderstand, the article delineates between sins to G-d and sins towards another Jew. Sins against G-d are always to be confessed in private. Sins against another Jew can be publically confessed.--Mcmoran 13:12, 31 May 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Clarity: Atonement or Forgiveness for sins

I have sought some clarity concerning the Jewish Law concerning 'forgiveness of sin' and specifically, the role of the Rabbi and/or Priest in this process. It appears that sins against another Jew are addressed and obtained form the offended Jew in accordance with the Law. Does the Rabbi/Priest actually forgive those sins confessed that are against G-d??--Mcmoran 13:19, 31 May 2007 (UTC)