Becoming a Mensch
Timeless Talmudic Ethics for Everyone
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, Religious, Ethics & Moral Philosophy
| Author: | Ronald Pies | ISBN: | 9780761852971 |
| Publisher: | Hamilton Books | Publication: | November 4, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Hamilton Books | Language: | English |
| Author: | Ronald Pies |
| ISBN: | 9780761852971 |
| Publisher: | Hamilton Books |
| Publication: | November 4, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Hamilton Books |
| Language: | English |
Becoming a Mensch is a 'user's guide' to becoming a better person, taking readers through a process of personal growth by means of modern-day vignettes that draw upon the Talmud's ancient wisdom. By examining character traits such as 'kindness and compassion,' 'self-mastery and self discipline,' and 'humility and flexibility,' readers of any or no faith learn what it takes to become a 'mensch' —- a decent and honorable human being. Readers are introduced to the greatest sages of the Talmudic era and many modern masters of ethical behavior. Becoming a Mensch is not only a guidebook for personal growth —- it is also a useful guide for parents who want to foster the ethical development of their children.
Becoming a Mensch is a 'user's guide' to becoming a better person, taking readers through a process of personal growth by means of modern-day vignettes that draw upon the Talmud's ancient wisdom. By examining character traits such as 'kindness and compassion,' 'self-mastery and self discipline,' and 'humility and flexibility,' readers of any or no faith learn what it takes to become a 'mensch' —- a decent and honorable human being. Readers are introduced to the greatest sages of the Talmudic era and many modern masters of ethical behavior. Becoming a Mensch is not only a guidebook for personal growth —- it is also a useful guide for parents who want to foster the ethical development of their children.
