Atonement for Non-Sin

Question

Suppose you say or do something to another person that is not technically considered a sin according to Torah law. But the person to whom this was said or done feels offended and is angry. Is this something one must seek forgiveness from the other for, or else they will bear an unforgiven sin?

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  1. The Just Ask! - AskTheRabbi.org Team

    Even though what was done or said may not be able to be categorized as a sin, nevertheless, it would be correct – and, perhaps, obligatory – to apologize to the person for having upset them. That would be the correct thing to do even if their hurt is self-imposed and really is not your responsibility.

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