About this episode
This episode discusses Pirkei Avot, a classic Jewish work of ethics, its teachings, and its significance.
Pirkei Avot is one of the earliest classic Jewish works of ethics. Pirkei Avot is a collection of inspirational teachings and life-lessons from the sages of the Mishnah (0-200 CE). It was written as part of the Mishna over 1,800 years ago. There is a widespread custom to study Pirkei Avot on Shabbat afternoon of the weeks between Passover and Shavuot. A fascinating discussion about Pirkei Avot. why it was written and some of its important lessons.
People in this episode
Host: Zalman Gordon
Topics covered
- Jewish ethics
- Mishnah
- inspirational teachings
- life lessons
- Shabbat study
Keywords
- Pirkei Avot
- Jewish ethics
- Mishnah
- life lessons
- Shabbat
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Pirkei Avot
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