Becoming a Mensch

Timeless Talmudic Ethics for Everyone

• Author(s): Ronald Pies,
• Publisher: Government Institutes
• Pages: 150
• ISBN_10: 0761852972
  ISBN_13: 9780761852971
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Religion / Philosophy , Religion / Judaism / Talmud , Religion / Ethics , Religion / Spirituality , Religion / Faith , Psychology / General , Philosophy / Religious , Philosophy / General , Philosophy / Ethics & Moral Philosophy ,

Description:... 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.