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101 Why are We Here – The Foundations of Life

May 26, 2016 by Rabbi Mitterhoff Leave a Comment

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Why are You Here - The Foundations of Life

101 – The Torah Podcast – Pirkei Avos – Ethics of the Fathers Chapter 1:2 Why are We Here – The Foundations of Life – A Powerful Parable about a Longtime Customer – A Great Story about Rav Yitzchak Taieb and Peace in Your Home – Stop Arguing

1:2 – Shimon the Righteous was among the last surviving members of the Great assembly. He would say: The world stands on three things: Torah, the service of G‑d, and deeds of kindness.

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