PIRKEI AVOT 9 – THE WRONG FRIENDS AND BAD ASSOCIATES (VIDEO)
In the seventh mishna of the first chapter of Pirkei Avot, Nitai Ha-Arbeili advocates distancing oneself from bad neighbors and not associating with bad people. It seems obvious, but life is messy.
Rabbi Dunner explains how to understand this directive, and demonstrates how important it is to remain focused on this crucial aspect of how we conduct our lives as social human beings.
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HAVING A LAUGH (VIDEO)
Rabbi Dunner examines the topic of humor and comedy in Judaism. Does the halacha allow it? What does the Talmud say? When is it appropriate to laugh and engage in... Read More