An unimaginable idea: When does God ignore idolatry by Jews?

The article discusses a startling interpretation from Rabbi Hayyim ben Moshe ibn Attar's Ohr HaChaim on Parashat Ha'azinu, referencing a midrash (Bereshit Rabbah 38:6). This midrash suggests that if the Jewish people are unified, God may overlook even idolatry. Rabbi Hayyim's novel translation of Deuteronomy 32:12 implies, "When the nation is unified, God will grant it (the nation) remission; (when the nation is unified) then God does not focus even on idolatry in their midst." The author highlights the extraordinary nature of this idea, given that idolatry is a cardinal sin. The article concludes by urging contemporary Jews to prioritize unity amidst various societal disagreements, emphasizing that unity is crucial for survival in a hostile world.