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 ethical guide.
Berkson looks at the individual sayings, or "mishnayot," through
the interpretations of the great Jewish commentators and also
within the broader context of Western thought--through views found
in the Bible, the ancient Greeks, the Enlightenment, Buddhism,
Confucianism, and American culture today.
The book's most important and innovative feature is its
exploration of the relationship between the beliefs of the ancient
Sages and modern psychology, particularly the key to good
relationships: ethical conduct. The result is a book that goes far
beyond the plain meaning of the sayings to explore their ethical,
psychological, and religious significance for us today.
Included are an extensive index and the full text of "Pirke
Avot" in English and Hebrew on facing pages.
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