Ethics of the Fathers with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan(Perkei Avos)

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan
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Ethics of the Fathers is a compilation of the ethical teachings and maxims from Rabbinic Jewish tradition.

  1. 12/23/2024

    The Meat of Torah: Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 3:18

    Rabbi Eliezer Chisma would say: the laws of kinin (bird offerings) and the laws of menstrual periods--these, these are the meat of Halachah (Torah law). The calculations of solar seasons and gematria are the condiments of wisdom.

    47 min

  2. 12/23/2024

    Torah and Morality: Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 3:17

    Rabbi Eliezer the son of Azariah would say: If there is no Torah, there is no common decency; if there is no common decency, there is no Torah.

    48 min

  3. 12/23/2024

    The Collector: Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 3:15-16

    The collection-officers make their rounds every day and exact payment from man, with his knowledge and without his knowledge

    56 min

  4. 12/23/2024

    Torah vs. Profession 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.

    40 min

  5. 12/23/2024

    Achievements: Does It Really Matter? 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?

    46 min

  6. 12/23/2024

    Big or Small Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 2:1

    “Be as careful in minor commandments as of a major one” -- What defines larger or smaller commandments?

    49 min

  7. 12/23/2024

    Keeping a Balance: 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.

    50 min
  8. Torah Aspirations II

    05/12/2021

    Torah Aspirations II

    Torah Aspirations - Part 2: Ethics of Our Fathers: Avot 6:5 Do not seek greatness for yourself, and do not lust for honor. More than you study, do. Desire not the table of kings, for your table is greater than theirs, and your crown is greater than theirs, and faithful is your Employer to pay you the rewards of your work.

    54 min
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