A hypocrite is a two-faced person, a deceiver who says one thing and thinks another. As a rule, he behaves this way, acting from selfish or other unworthy motives. The classic type of hypocrite is Porfiry ("Judas") Golovlev in the work of M. E. Saltykov-Shchedrin "Lord Golovlevs". Unfortunately, such people are not uncommon. How should you treat them?
Who is a hypocrite?
The hypocrisy of a person is a sufficient reason for refusing to communicate. From the point of view of elementary common sense and human morality, a hypocrite deserves neither kind treatment nor trust. He is deceitful, unreliable, capable of betraying at the first opportunity. You can neither rely on him, nor confidentially talk to him, since he will almost certainly tell you your secret right away. Therefore, it is better not to maintain any relationship with such a person at all. And if this is not possible, for example, in cases where he is your relative or co-worker, keep the relationship to a minimum, limiting yourself only to greetings and the most general phrases. That is, be coldly correct with him - no more.
In no case do not trust him with your secrets, do not share problems, because this openness can turn against you. If a person imposes his communication, gently show him, referring to being busy.
It is no coincidence that most people consider honesty, fidelity to the word to be among the most worthy human qualities, and deceit and insincerity are included in the list of the most unworthy.
How Believers Should Treat Hypocrites
However, the question arises: how should the sincere believers treat hypocrites? For, for example, the Christian religion requires: "Love your neighbor as yourself." Even if this “neighbor”, to put it mildly, is not the most worthy person. You can also remember the commandment: "Do not judge, that you yourself will not be judged."
This is a difficult question. On the one hand, religion requires that a believer treat another person, even if that hypocrite, with sincere hospitality, love, but on the other hand, such behavior can also be regarded as hypocrisy. For example, a believer does not feel any warm feelings for a hypocrite and literally forces himself to endure his company, portraying cordiality, and this is a sin.
All major religions of the world strongly condemn hypocrisy, equating such behavior with a lie.
In this case, it does not hurt to consult with a clergyman. The Christian religion teaches that the Savior, even in the face of mortal torment, taught everyone a lesson in humility and patience, forgiving both his executioners and the robber who mocked and insulted him. Therefore, a believer may well forgive a hypocrite, grieving over his sins and praying that the Lord will bring this unworthy person to understanding.
