But how does one achieve this state? The path begins with an understanding that justice is not merely an abstract ideal, but a Divine imperative as the Torah says, "Justice, justice, shall you pursue." (Devarim 16:20) The repetition of the word "justice" emphasizes its paramount importance in the Torah way of life.
Pursuing integrity and justice is not optional but a fundamental Torah obligation as we see in the verse above (and also in the related commandments of, “And you shall do the good and the straight.” and “You should walk in His ways.”) This Divine imperative calls on us to understand justice, as not merely a social construct where the pursuit of integrity and justice is important so society can function and people can get along, but rather of an exalted ideal that Hashem wishes to proliferate throughout the world.
