Temptations

"Temptations" by David Pinski is a short story collection that examines what it means to be human through temptation, goodness, and tricky moral questions. The stories paint detailed pictures of the characters who find themselves facing tough choices. The first story, "Beruriah," introduces us to a smart, beautiful, and very religious woman married to Rabbi Mayer. He worries about whether she's truly faithful because of gossip he's heard. He decides to test her, even though she's known for her strong character. This sets the stage for a story full of doubt and suspicion, showing how hard it can be to deal with what others expect and the battles we fight within ourselves.