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The great Jewish ethical tradition through a contemporary lens

In this new edition of the well-known Jewish classic, Berkson helps us see that Pirke Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) is more than just a fundamental religious text; it is also a compelling, contemporary... Read Full Overview

An engaging introduction to the wisdom sayings of the rabbinic sages about matters in life and how to live it with dignity. Fresh, contemporary translation and provocative commentary distills Pirke Avot as a practical guide to living ethically today.

An engaging introduction to the wisdom sayings of the rabbinic sages about matters in life and how to live it with dignity. Fresh, contemporary translation and provocative commentary distills Pirke Avot as a practical guide to living ethically today.

This exceptional translation of Pirke Avot (Pirkei Avot) features in full the chapters and sacred phrases of the Jewish forefathers.

Pirke Avot or Pirkei Avot - in English 'Chapters of the Fathers' - is a collection of sayings and aphorisms dating from... Read Full Overview

This exceptional translation of Pirke Avot (Pirkei Avot) features in full the chapters and sacred phrases by the Jewish forefathers. Pirke Avot or Pirkei Avot - in English 'Chapters of the Fathers' - is a collection of sayings and aphorisms dating from antiquity which teach the... Read Full Overview

This exceptional translation of Pirke Avot (Pirkei Avot) features in full the chapters and sacred phrases by the Jewish forefathers. This edition is in hardcover. Pirke Avot or Pirkei Avot - in English 'Chapters of the Fathers' - is a collection of sayings and aphorisms dating... Read Full Overview

Pirke Avot: Sayings of the Jewish Fathers is a book compiled by Joseph I. Gorfinkle that contains a collection of ethical and moral teachings from Jewish sages and rabbis. The book is divided into six chapters, each containing a series of sayings and teachings that provide guidance... Read Full Overview

Pirke Avot: Sayings of the Jewish Fathers is a book that compiles the teachings and wisdom of Jewish sages from ancient times. The book is authored by Joseph I. Gorfinkle and contains insightful and thought-provoking sayings that provide guidance on how to live a meaningful and... Read Full Overview

Sayings of the Jewish Fathers is a book that contains the teachings and sayings of the ancient Jewish sages, known as the ""Fathers."" The book is comprised of Pirqe Aboth, a collection of ethical and moral teachings that have been passed down through generations. This edition... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

Pirke Avot Traditional Text: Sayings Of The Jewish Fathers is a book that contains a collection of teachings and sayings from Jewish sages and scholars. The book is divided into six chapters, each containing various teachings and wisdom passed down from generation to generation... Read Full Overview

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections
such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact,
or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

Pirke Avot: Sayings of the Jewish Fathers is a book that compiles the ethical teachings and maxims of the ancient Jewish sages. The book is authored by Joseph I. Gorfinkle and is a translation of the original Hebrew text. Pirke Avot is a collection of aphorisms and proverbs that... Read Full Overview

Excerpt from Sayings of the Jewish Fathers: Comprising Pirqe Aboth in Hebrew and English, With Notes and Excursuses