Question

what is indifference? etymologically, the word means
o difference.\ a strange and unnatural state in which the lines blur between light and darkness, dusk and dawn, crime and punishment, cruelty and compassion, good and evil. what are its causes and inescapable consequences? is it a philosophy? is there a philosophy of indifference conceivable? can one possibly view indifference as a virtue? is it necessary at times to practice it simply to keep ones sanity, live normally, enjoy a fine meal and a glass of wine, as the world around us experiences harrowing upheavals?
of course, indifference can be tempting—more than that, seductive. it is so much easier to look away from victims. it is so much easier to avoid such rude interruptions to our work, our dreams, our hopes. it is, after all, awkward, troublesome, to be involved in another persons pain and despair. yet, for the person who is indifferent, his or her neighbor are of no consequence. and, therefore, their lives are meaningless. their hidden or even visible anguish is of no interest. indifference reduces the other to an abstraction.

1. why does mr. wiesel say indifference is tempting and seductive?

Explanation:

Mr. Wiesel says indifference is tempting and seductive because it is easier to look away from victims, avoid interruptions to one's work, dreams, and hopes, and avoid being involved in another person's pain and despair.

Answer:

Mr. Wiesel says indifference is tempting and seductive because it is easier to look away from victims, avoid interruptions to one's work, dreams, and hopes, and avoid being involved in another person's pain and despair.