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Johanan ben Zakkai, Rabbi: Mishnaic sage, student of Hillel and Shammai, was appointed as the head the Sanhedrin in 50 CE. During the Roman siege on Jerusalem, he advocated concession to the enemy. He escaped Jerusalem and founded a Torah academy in the city of Yavneh, making it the Torah center of Israel. He enacted many practices to memorialize the destroyed Holy Temple and to ensure Jewish continuity.
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Gate of Reincarnations: Chapter Twenty-One, Section 2
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Each of us is here with a unique mission; how do we master it? A perplexing statement of R. Yochanan ben Zakai shortly before his passing, offers direction in how to live every day to the fullest. (Based on Likkutei Sichos vol. 16 Mishpatim)
Learning Pirkei Avot
Rabban Yochanan the son of Zakkai had five disciples: R’ Eliezer the son of Hurkenus, R’Yehoshua the son of Chananya, R’ Yossei the Kohen, R’ Shimon the son of Netanel, and R’ Elazar the son of Arach. He would recount their praises… (Ethics of Our Fathers...
Scroll Down - Part 5
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Touring through some of the sites where renowned Sages were interred and bringing them to life by discussing their lives and legacies.
By the Grace of G‑d August 26, 1948 Mr, Benjamin Horowitz, Brooklyn, N.Y, My dear Mr. Horowitz: I am referring to the two questions which you raised in connection with the "Talks & Tales" of the current month (Menachem Av), and which have been conveye...
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