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Pirkei Avot,
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Pirkei Avot

“Pirke Avot: The Sayings of the Jewish Fathers” is a seminal text in the Jewish ethical tradition, providing a rich tapestry of moral teachings attributed to esteemed rabbinic figures from the Mishnaic period. Written with an engaging simplicity, the collection employs epigrammatic prose and aphoristic wisdom, rendering profound ethical insights accessible to a diverse readership. Each saying encapsulates a wealth of cultural and historical context, reflecting the values and societal norms of ancient Jewish life, fostering introspection, and encouraging the development of character and community ethics. The work's anonymous authorship suggests a collective wisdom, drawing on the oral teachings of generations of Jewish sages. This compilation emerged in a time when the Jewish people faced significant challenges and a loss of temple-centric worship, rallying communities around shared ethical precepts. The authors, through their crafted sayings, sought to provide spiritual grounding and guidance, blending theological thought with practical everyday living, showcasing the inherent richness of Jewish tradition. “Pirke Avot” is highly recommended for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Jewish philosophy and ethics. Its timeless teachings resonate across cultures and epochs, inviting readers into a reflective dialogue that remains relevant in our contemporary moral landscape. This text is not just for Jewish readers but for anyone who appreciates the universal quest for a meaningful life.
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31 páginas impresas
Propietario de los derechos de autor
Bookwire
Publicación original
2019
Año de publicación
2019
Editorial
Good Press
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    Akabia, the son of Mahalalel, said, "Consider three things, and thou wilt not come within the power of sin: know whence thou camest, and whither thou art going, and before whom thou wilt in the future have to give an account and reckoning. Whence thou camest: from a fetid drop; whether thou art going: to a place of dust, worms, and maggots; and before whom thou wilt in the future have to give an account and reckoning: before the Supreme King of kings, the Holy One, blessed be He
  • stellarnodecompartió una citahace 5 años
    Be careful in reading the Shema and the Amidah; and when thou prayest, consider not thy prayer as a fixed (mechanical) task, but as (an appeal for) mercy and grace before the All-present, as it is said, 'For he is gracious and full of mercy, slow to anger, and abounding in loving-kindness, and repenteth him of the evil'; and be not wicked in thine own esteem
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    Let the property of thy friend be as dear to thee as thine own; prepare thyself for the study of Torah, since the knowledge of it is not an inheritance of thine, and let all thy deeds be done in the name of God
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