Unanimous decisions made by the Israeli government, such as firing the head of the Shin Bet and beginning the process of removing the attorney-general, are considered dangerous according to Judaism. Jewish sources argue that unanimous decisions are guided by external considerations rather than the merits of the matter at hand. The Hebrew term for unanimity, peh ehad (one mouth), is derived from biblical times and is not seen as flattering. The article highlights the flaws of unanimous judgment and emphasizes the importance of independent thinking and good governance.
Original article source: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-848402
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