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Chapter 3 Pirkei Avot

Chapter Three of Pirkei Avot: The translated text, selected insights, audio classes, and stories for the children.

Akavia the son of Mahalalel would say: Reflect upon three things and you will not come to the hands of transgression. Know from where you came, where you are going, and before whom you are destined to give a judgement and accounting...

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Hebrew Text of Chapter Three

טקסט של הפרק השלישי מפרקי אבות

Insights

The Rebbe on Pirkei Avot

Don't Get Swallowed Up!

The Object

Whose Money Is It Anyway?

Divine Knowledge and Human Choice

What is Morality?

Questions and Answers on Chapter Three of Pirkei Avot

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Audio

Chapter 3 Audio Classes

Three Things to Know

Welfare of the Government

The Yoke of Torah

Ten Jews & G-d's Presence

Forgetfulness

Piety Precedes Wisdom

G‑d Likes a Mentch

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For the Kids

Rava and the Rich "Poor" Man

A Point of Honor

An Invitation To Dinner

The Wisdom of Rabbi Joshua

The Gift

Ethics of the Fathers

Ethics of the Fathers is a tractate of the Mishna that details the Torah's views on ethics and interpersonal relationships. Enjoy insights, audio classes and stories on these fascinating topics.