The Ethics of the Sages: An Interfaith Commentary of Pirkei Avot

by Ronald W. Pies

Book Overview

The author of this unique volume, Dr. Ronald W. Pies is a psychiatrist with a long-standing inerest in Jewish thought. Readers will surely note Dr. Pies's efforts to connect the teachings found within Pirkei Avot with the larger fabric of psychology, philosophy, and literature. While Pirkei Avot is a unique and specific expression of Judaic values, it is nevertheless true that the world's great religions often resonate with the values found within...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0765761033
• ISBN13: 9780765761033
• Release Date: December 1999
• Publisher: Jason Aronson
• Length: 435 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.4" x 9.2"