Hello, we continue studying the fourth chapter of the book "Brit Shalom," which deals with the laws regarding blasphemy against Heaven. This prohibition applies to everyone, whether they are Israelites or members of other nations.
Now, what exactly is included in this prohibition? Does it encompass every unpleasant word said towards the Holy One, Blessed be He? Does every inappropriate expression fall under this prohibition or not?
Here, formal Halacha narrows it down to very specific points. The prohibition includes all the names of the Creator—meaning, those names through which the existence of the Creator is indicated, including His attributes, such as Merciful or Gracious, and any title clearly recognized as referring to the Creator.
For example, in other languages, people say "God" or "Creator," and so forth. This prohibition applies to every language. There is also a prohibition against uttering any harsh words toward the Holy One, Blessed be He—expressing sharp criticism or resentment towards Heaven.
Thus, speaking harshly against the Creator is forbidden, even if not to the same degree of severity since the explicit name of the Creator was not mentioned. Still, clearly, this is improper, and one must certainly refrain from any expression that lacks respect toward Heaven.
This is similar to the honor one must show toward one's parents. When a person does not honor their parents, they also fail to honor themselves. Similarly, one who does not honor the Creator ultimately fails to respect the world He created and oneself.
