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Ethics of our Fathers: Avot 2:8
“If you have learned much Torah, do not take credit for yourself---it is for this that you have been formed.”
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Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 2:1
In this class you will learn some historical context to the authoring of the mishnah and the meaning of the Sages teaching that one should lead a balanced lifestyle.
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Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 2:1
“Be as careful in minor commandments as of a major one” -- What defines larger or smaller commandments?
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Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 2:1
“Be as careful in minor commandments as of a major one” -- What does G-d judge us by: the actual achievements or the work and emotion that is put into performing the commandments?
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Ethics of our Fathers: Avot 2:2
“It is good to combine the study of Torah with an occupation” -- Which is more important, studying Torah or doing a profession.
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Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 2:2
“All who occupy themselves with the affairs of the community shall be engaged with them for the sake of G-d" -- Why you should or shouldn’t be involved in community matters.
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