The Pirkei Avos Podcast

Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(Rebroadcast)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 03:25:41 +0000

How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

Ep.99-Sleeping Late, Midday Wine And Children's Chatter(Chapter 3 Mishna 14)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:31:48 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi discusses how the pull of the pleasures of this world can derail us from our true potential. He explains the Mishna's teaching to help in a way that empowers us to see the challenges before us and G-D willing overcome them. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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Ep.98-A Reflection Of You(Chapter 3 Mishna 13)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 20:37:52 +0000

In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discuuses the Mishna's powerful lesson on how we act and portray ourselves is how people will treat us back. Noy just on a personal level but also the way people view you is a microcosm of how G-D views you. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.97-A Time For Action(Chapter 3 Mishna 12)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 23:00:38 +0000

In this week's episodr Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of ACTION. How it is not just important to learn but rather how we can find ways to implement learning into our lives. This is the Mishna's teaching method for keeping our wisdom and not loosing it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.96-What Is Fear Of Heaven?(Chapter 3 Mishna 11)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 21:30:55 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the teachings of R' Chanina ben Dosa and explores who he was as a person and the lessons he imparted. He focuses on the Mishna's teaching about Yiras Shomayim(Fear of Heaven), what it is and how we attain it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.95-The Power Of Review(Chapter 3 Mishnah 10)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 03:49:49 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's lesson on the importance of retaining our learning. How do we accomplish this? How many times do we need to review our learnin? What is the best way to remember what we have learned? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.94-What Is "Hasmadah" And Why Is It Important?(Chapter 3 Mishna 9)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:46:48 +0000

In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of "Hasmadah". The significance of studying Torah straight without any interuptions. He brings out from the Mishna how learning with diligence is a better learning than stopping and starting again. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Special Chanukah Episode(Rebroadcast)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 03:23:42 +0000

Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.93-Is It Our Money?(Chapter 3 Mishna 7 & 8)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 01:55:17 +0000

In this week's episode RAbbi Kohn discuuses from the Mishna the importance of studying and learning in a group. When we do that we merit that the divine presence. He also talks about how Mishna 8 teaches us about the correct attitude when we help others with the resources that we have. The money we have is it really ours? Or are we just something we are entrusted to use properly? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.92-The Benefits Of The Yoke Of Torah(Chapter 3 Mishna 6)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 21:44:43 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us that more Torah learning decreases the yolk of worldy occcupation on us. We tend to think that the more we work the more money we make. The truth is the complete opposite. The more we are invested in performing the Torah the easier are earning a livelehood becomes. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.91-The Travesty Of Wasting Time(Chapter 3 Mishna 5)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:06:52 +0000

In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn learns from the Mishna about how we should utilize time. Making sure we are being productive with our most valuable resource and not just "killing time". he also discusses some practical tips on how to accomplish this. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.90-Making Your Table Holy(Chapter 3 Mishna 4)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 22:11:02 +0000

In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn talks about how we can uplift our table. How we can take physical actions and uplift them through the correct intentions. He also speaks abou the powerful lesson of serving G-D in the same way in all circumstances. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.89-Bad Company(Chapter 3 Mishna 3)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:21:51 +0000

Please excuse the sound quality for this episode as we had a technical difficulty.

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of uplifting our table. How the Mishna teaches us to use our gatherings to be uplifted and if not G-D forbid it is as we are sitting in a congregation of scorners. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.88-The Importance of Government(Chapter 3 Mishna 2)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 21:18:43 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of praying for the welfare of the gov't. In the absence of gov't anarchy prevails and the strongest people win. It is thus important to pray for peace in the country even when the people taht rule you are not the most righteous. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.87-Knowing Were You Come From(Chapter 3 Mishna 1)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 27 May 2024 17:02:08 +0000

Please excuse the sound quality for this episode as we had a technical difficulty.

In this weeks epiosde Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna empowers us to use our past as an impetus to reaching our potential. He deciphers this seemingly strong worded Mishna to give us a positive message on who we are and were we are headed. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.86-Doing YOUR Best(Chapter 2 Mishna 21)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 05 May 2024 19:47:17 +0000

Please excuse the sound quality for this episode as we had a technical difficulty.

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the continuation of Rabbi Tarfon's last teaching. From the last Mishna it is easy to become overwhelmed with the task that is placed before us. In Mishna 21 Rabbi Tarfon clarifies his lesson that we are only expected to do the most WE can do. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.85-The Travesty Of "Killing Time"(Chapter 2 Mishna 20)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:56:18 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Mishna on how important time is. It says in the Mishna that "the day is short". What does this mean and how does it tie into our lives? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.84-Maximizing The Effects Of The Torah(Chapter 2 Mishna 19)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 02:54:59 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi kohn discusses the Mishna's teaching of being diligent in Torah study. How continous study is the key even if it not as much as you would want it to be. To keeep the connection going even in the hardest moments. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Special Episode_The Purim Story-Then and Now-Rebroadcast

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:23:37 +0000

Ep.83-The Balancing Act Of Prayer(Chapter 2 Mishna 18)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 04:11:39 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the delicate balance a person must have when it comes to prayer. On one hand we need to make sure we pray every day but at the same time we need to prevent ourselves from letting our tefilos(prayers) become to routine(autopilot). He gives three tips for keeping the correct balance and approach. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.82-A Heritage Not Inheritance(Chapter 2 Mishna 17)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 03:58:48 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how success in Torah is not determined by which zip code you are born in. Rather by applying yourself you can determine your spiritual future. Additionally he learns from the Mishna how we can make everything we do into a Mitzvah. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.81-What Is The Evil Eye?(Chapter 2 Mishna 16)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 22:32:48 +0000

What is the evil eye? How does it work? Do I have be concerned for "kinna haaras"? In this epid=seode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept Iyin Hara(Evil Eye) and how it works. He also brings out from the Mishna how evil eye and other desires can "take a person out of this world". Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.80-Treat Others The Way You Want To Be Treated(Chapter 2 Mishna 15)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 22:36:38 +0000

In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the the teachings of the students of Rabbi Yochanan. He looks at the lessons of each one of the students starting with Rabbi Eliezer who gives us insights into living a proper life begining with the way you deal with your friends honor. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Special Chanukah Episode(Rebroadcast)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:08:03 +0000

Ep.79-The Worst Trait Is...(Chapter 2 Mishna 14)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:11:38 +0000

In this week's Epiode Rabbi Kohn discusses the mishnas outlook on the worst traits and the need to stay away from them. Each one of the students of Rabbi Yochanan offer their thoights with Rabbi Yochanan offering his view on which one a person should staythe farthest away from. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.78-The Best Trait is....(Chapter 2 Mishnas 12&13)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn talks about the question which Rabbi Yochanan posed to his students. " What is the trait that a person should cling to?". Each one of the 5 students brings out one trait which can be a springboard to improving all of middos. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.77-The Fab Five(Chapter 2 Mishna 10 & 11)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:42:10 +0000

In this week's Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the 5 main disciples of Rabbi Yochanan. He lists the praises which their teacher lists of them and how we can learn from them. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.76-Fulfilling Our Responsibility(Chapter 2 Mishna 9)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 20:33:00 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi KOhn discusses the outlook we need to have when do what we are supposed to do. How we can never think greatly of ourselves when we are doing the will of G-D because that is what we where created to do. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.75- Too Much "Good"(Chapter 2 Mishna 8)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 21:32:23 +0000

In this week's Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how to much ofthe things we view as "good" can be detrimental to us physcally and spiritually. he brings out the contrasts between to much physical and to much spiritual. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.74- What Goes Around Comes Around(Chapter 2 Mishna 7)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:28:07 +0000

In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses discusses the concept of middda kneged midda( measure for measure). How everything that G-D does is exact and how this can be beneficial for us as well. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.73- When Good Traits Are Bad(Chapter 2 Mishna 6)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:20:41 +0000

In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how good traits can be bad. From the mishna we see that approriate amounts of each trait are needed to accomplish in our spiritual lives. In addition he discusses how certain traits can even have disasterous effects on us. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.72-Don't Trust Yourself(Chapter 2 Mishna 5)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 21:30:29 +0000

In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's teaching of not trusting yourself. He explains the contrast of trusting yourself and beleiving in oneself. He also brings out the importance of being part of a community and the benefits an individual gains from it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.71- Living A Life Of Content(Chapter 2 Mishna 4)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 02:04:45 +0000

What is the key to living a life of content? How do we make G-D's will our will? In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us to live a meaningful and content life. By making our will G-D's will. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.70-Be Wary Of The Government(Chapter 2 Mishna 3)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 02:17:29 +0000

In this week's episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about the Mishna's lesson to be careful with the powerful people in the government. Why do we need to terad with caution? Who should we rely on? What is the proper balance between doing our part and having trust in G-D. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.69-Staying Out Of Trouble(Chapter 2 Mishna 2)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 02:20:10 +0000

What is the best way to stay out of trouble? How can we practically prevent ourselves from getting involved in bad behavior? In this episod of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn talks about the Mishna's lesson on keeping busy and how its keeps us away from trouble. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.68-Individuality In Judaism(Chapter 2 Mishna 1)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 31 May 2023 20:48:33 +0000

Did you evr think that Judaism has no room for individuality? In this episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Mishna to show how everyone ha stheir own unique path in the service of G-D and how this fits with the Torah. He also talks about the importanc eof having the correct outlook when making decisions in our life. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.67- Reaching For The Stars(Chapter 1 Mishna 18)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 15 May 2023 00:44:57 +0000

In this week's episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses an apparent contradiction from an earlier Mishna. He explains the 2 different Mishna's with a great insight how we must reach for the stars if we want to at least reach the sky. The importance of having goals and ideals to strive for. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.66-Silence is Golden(Chapter 1 Mishna 17)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 03 May 2023 02:51:14 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about silence. How the Mishna is giving us simple but yet so powerful advice. Rabbi Kohn also gives a deeper explanation to the Mishna's teaching that "silence is the best for the body" based on the teachings of the Maharal. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.65-Don't Add & Don't Subtract(Chapter 1 Mishna 16)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 02:45:21 +0000

In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about the Mishna's teaching to be exact in tithes. How doe this Mishna teach us an important lesson regarding stringencies and leniency. He also dicusses the importance of staaying away from questionable situations. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.64-Speak Softly & Carry A Big Stick(Chapter 1 Mishna 15)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 02:01:03 +0000

Have you ever heard of the phrase "speak softly and carry a big stick? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses this idea from the wisdom of Shammai. Speaking a little and doing a lot. He also talks about the importance of settiing a set time for learning. Noting that it might not be how much you learn but do you set aside time every day which can make the difference. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.63-If Not Me Who?(Chapter 1 Mishna 14)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 02:10:00 +0000

If I will not be for me then who will be? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the famous Mishna in Avos which discusses responsibility. He teaches an important lesson on how we must take the initiative to accomplish things in life and atthe same time not letting those same accomplishments get to our head. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(rebroadcast)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 03:31:04 +0000

Ep.62-Is Torah Free?(Chapter 1 Mishna 13)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 03:24:41 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the teaching of Hillel. He talks about if Torah is free and our obligation to give over to others. Additionally he brings out from the Mishna how we always must be striving to gain more Torah knowledge or risk loosing it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.61-To Love & Pursue Peace(Chapter 1 Mishna 12)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 17:17:32 +0000

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses "shalom"(peace). How we attain it for ourselves, our family, our community and even the world. He also talks about the mishna's lesson to us on building up others and the importance of being a positive role model. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.60- How Our Words & Actions Outlive Us(Chapter 1 Mishna 11)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 01:33:00 +0000

In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how our words and actions outlive us. How we can determine how we want those deeds to look and the importance of being clear in our words and actions. He also brings out from our Mishna the concept of Kiddush Hashem(Sanctification of G-Ds name). Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.59-Greatness Is For Everyone(Chapter 1 Mishna 10)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 02:25:00 +0000

Do you need to be the son or daughter of a Rabbi to be a great Jew? Does it matter which zip code you were born in that determines if you will have a connection with G-D? In this episode Rabbi Kohn looks at our Mishna for a lessons how every person can acheive greatness. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.58- Knowing Your Place(Chapter 1 Mishna 8 & 9)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 05:10:00 +0000

In this episode Rabbi Kohn delves into the two mishnayos which seem to be talking to jugdes and lawyers. He brings out practical and relatable messages from each Mishna that everyone can gain from. Specifically he talks how we see from the Mishna the importance of knowing our place. Not acting that we know when we really don't. He also talks about the importance of not cutting corners when it comes to the service of G-D. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Special Chanukah Episode(Rebroadcast Ep.31)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:59:00 +0000

Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Ep.57-Keeping Your Distance(Chapter 1 Mishna 7)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 01:12:00 +0000

Did you ever feel that you need to keep your distance from certain people? That certain individuals bring out the worst in you? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of distancing. To distance oneself from a bad friend, a bad neighbor, and a bad influence. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com

Ep.56- Friends are Forever(Chapter 1 Mishna 6)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 01:19:00 +0000

We all heard the term "friends are forever". What is the value of a good friend? How do make true friends? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's advice on how to find and be a real friend. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com

Ep.55-Building Constructive Relationships(Chapter 1 Mishna 5)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 01:57:00 +0000

In this episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna gives us insight on how to be a good friend as well as the proper outlook we need when we interact with our spouses. He shows how the Mishna is cherishing the connection between husband and wife and how we can learn to improve our relationships. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com

Ep.54- How our Actions and Attitude Can Change Us(Chapter 1 Mishna 4)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 03:28:00 +0000

In this week's Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how one can be a supporter of the Torah without learning a word. He takes important lessons from the Mishna on how we can strengthen our relationship with the Torah without even learning. With our possesions, our actions, and atitude we can solidfy Torah and mitzvos. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com

Ep.53- The Spiritual Reward Program(Chapter 1 Mishna 3)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 17:39:00 +0000

Are you part of any reward program with your local grocery? Do you shop there to get the desired reward? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses this concept in our spiritual lives. Is it correct to serve G-D because of the reward or the fear of punishment? Are their higher levels that we should strive to serve G-D on? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com

Ep.52-The Three Things The World Depends On(Chapter 1 Mishna 2)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 02:15:00 +0000

Why was the world created? What is the purpose of existence in this world? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the three things which are the purpose of creation and how they keep the world going. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com

Ep.51-Introduction To Pirkei Avos-The Original Self Help Book(Chapter 1 Mishna)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 04:21:00 +0000

Welcome to the Pirkei Avos Podcast. This week we begin from the beginning of Pirkei Avos with a short intro to ths divine book of ethics. In this episode Rabbi discusses the mesorah(chain of transmission) and how Pirkei Avos(Ethics of the Fathers) is different than any other self help book. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.50-MAZEL TOV-WE FINISHED!(Chapter 6 Mishna 10 & 11)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 03 Jul 2022 03:25:00 +0000

Mazel Tov! In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn completes Tractate Avos(Pirkei Avos). In mishna 10 we discuss the 5 five possesions of G-D and it's significance. In mishna 11 we conclude with a beatiful lesson on how our abilities and talents are only praiseworthy when we use them in the service of Hashem. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.49-Nature VS Nurture(Chapter 6 Mishna 9)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:43:00 +0000

What is more important nature or nurture? In this episode talks about the importance of "living in a place of Torah". How one's surroundings can effect a person in a good and bad way. The importance of placing ourselves in a good envoirment even if it comes at the expense of others benefits and plreasures. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.48-Living Life To The Fullest(Chapter 6 Mishna 7 & 8)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 03:02:00 +0000

Is living a Torah life something which benefits us only in the World to Come? Or do we gain in this world when we learn Torah and perform mitzvos. In this episode Rabbi Kohn teaches how following the Torah is the most enjoyable life a person could ask for. It is not just about the afterlife rather the benfits of living a life of Torah give a person the ability to live their life to the fullest. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.47-The Crown of Torah VS The Crown of Kingship(Chapter 6 Mishna 6)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 16:32:00 +0000

It is taught that one who lives a life of Torah and Mitzvos earns themselves the "Crown of Torah". What does that mean? How is it better tha the "Crown of Kingship"? What lessons are their from these spiritual "crowns" and what are the benefits that it can have for our lives? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.46- How To Gain Honor And Not Let It Get To Your Head(Chapter 6 Mishna 5)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 11 May 2022 13:36:00 +0000

How do we gain the respect of others? WHat should we not do? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we attain true honor as well as the outlook one should have in order from letting the honor get to his/her head. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.45-Balancing A Life of Torah and Physical Pleasures(Chapter 6 Mishna 4)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 03 May 2022 02:26:00 +0000

The Mishna states that that the way of the Torah is to live a life of deprivation. To eat bread and water. To sleep on the ground. How does this Mishna fit with our understanding that Judaism embraces the physical. Are we not supposed to use physical to enhance our spiritual lives? In this episode Rabbi Kohn answers this question with two ideas on how we should balance materialism with our Torah lives. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.44- We Can Learn From Everyone(Chapter 6 Mishna 3)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 01:45:00 +0000

Is it really possible to learn from everyone? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us how we can gain from everyone. The respect we need to have for those that teach us Torah as well as the connection we gain to G-D from studying Torah and performimg mitzvos. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.43 The Work Life Balance(Chapter 6 Mishna 2)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:39:00 +0000

What is the correct work life balance? How do we view our careers in the lense of the Torah? In this episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the benefits of learning Torah, how we can acheive a perfect balance for our spiritual and physical lives, and how we hear the heavenly voice which the Mishna says emanates from Mt Sinai. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.42-Fake It Till You Make It(Chapter 6 Mishna 1)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 02:22:00 +0000

Have you ever heard of the term "fake it till you make it"? In Judaism we beleive in doing things with the correct intentions but their circumstances where it is permissible to act in a certain way in order to reach a higher level. In this Mishna Rabbi Kohn talks about learning Torah Lishma(for its own sake) as well as learning Shelo Lishma(not for its own sake). He discusses the Mishna's description of one who studies Torah with the corrrect intention. The more you put in the more you take out. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.41-The Purim Story-Then and Now(Special Episode)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 19:06:00 +0000

Ep.40-Keeping At It(Chapter 5 Mishna 26)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 08 Mar 2022 13:23:00 +0000

In this Mishna Rabbi Kohn learns the lessons of Ben Bag Bag and Bar Hei Hei. How one must keep at it when it comes to learning and observance of mitzvos. The more you put in the more you take out. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.39-Living in the Present(Chapter 5 Mishna 25)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 03:53:00 +0000

It is human nature to strive and always want to do better. Does that cause us sometimes to look to the next stage in life? Do we forget to appreciate the present and the moment that we are living in? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the mishna's guidance on living in the present and realizing that we are all exactly were are supposed to be. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.38-Brazen VS Bold- What's the Difference/?(Chapter 5 Mishna 24)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 15:16:00 +0000

What's the difference from being brazen and being bold? Why is brazeness such a dangerous trait to have? Is it possible to use all of our traits to improve ourselves? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's insight into using our "negative" traits in the proper amounts to serve G-D and be better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.37-Be Bold as Leopard and Light as an Eagle(Chapter 5 Mishna 23)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 22:06:00 +0000

What does it mean to be bold as a leopard and light as an eagle? To be swift as deer and strong as a lion? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us to use ALL of our character traits, including the negative ones, to better ourselves and serve G-D. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.36-Life Lessons of a Marathon(Special Episode)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 18:28:00 +0000

Can you learn life lessons from training and running in a marathon? The answer is a resounding yes. In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses his experiences from the Rabbi's Can Run marathon which took place January 11th in Florida for the benefit of Olami. The show includes Rabbi Kohn's four lessons which he learned from run. Aside for himself gaining inspiration from this experience he hopes you will gain as well. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.35-Leaving a Legacy(Chapter 5 Mishna 22)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:51:00 +0000

What does it mean to "leave a legacy"? How do we follow in the footsteps of our forefathers? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of leaving a legacy and how we can be students of Avraham Avinu(Abraham). Also discussed is the Torah outlook on nature vs nurture. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.34-Spiritual Responsibilities(Chapter 5 Mishna 21)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:35:00 +0000

When the word responsibility is mentioned what do you think of? What does responsibility mean to you? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the dual responsibility that a Jew has to himself and to others. Firstly his or her responsibility to perform mitzvos as well as the obligation to care about the physical and spiritual lives of others. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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How far can a Rabbi run? The answer to that question is 6.2 miles(10k). Please help support Rabbi Kohn as he trains to run in the Rabbis Can Run Marathon which will take place on January 11th 2022. All donations are tax deductible and support the work of Olami. To donate use this link https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2022/teams/rabbishlomokohn

Ep.33-The Fire of Machlokes(Disputes)(Chapter 5 Mishna 20)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 19:47:00 +0000

Have you ever been invloved in a dispute? Have you ever had a disagreement with another where you truly beleived that you where correct? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of "macklokes"(dispute). How to know when it is unacceptable and how to stay away from it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.32-Real True Love(Chapter 5 Mishna 19)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 01:35:00 +0000

Have you ever heard the term true love? Sure we have the picture in our mind of what Hollywood has made us believe but is that the truth? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's advice on what is real and permanent love and what type of love is superficial and temporary. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.31-The History and Lessons of Chanukah(Special Episode)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 06:14:00 +0000

Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.30 -Avoiding Miscommunication(Chapter 5 Mishna 18)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 18:37:00 +0000

Have you ever played the game "broken telephone"? The game were you whisper a phrase from one person to the next seeing if what you said origanally is what the last person heard. It is a perfect example of how we miscommunicate with others at times. In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us to communicate with others effectively and clearly. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.29-The Cardiac Jew(Chapter 5 Mishna 17)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 20:13:00 +0000

Have you ever heard of the term "Cardiac Jew"? A Jew who feels Jewish at heart. and is connected to his heritage and culture. He is proud of his Judaism and feels connected to the Jewish People. In this episode Rabbi Kohn explores the Mishna's lesson of being a Jew in action. That although it is beautiful to be a Jew at heart(cardiac Jew) one must also be a Jew in action. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.28- The "Grassroot" Supporters of Torah( Chapter 5 Mishna 16)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 24 Oct 2021 23:39:00 +0000

Are you a supporter of the Torah? Are you part of the "grassroots army" of the Torah? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the idea of supporting Torah scholars and Torah institutions. The opportunity we have in eanbling Torah study and mitzvah observance. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.27-No Pain No Gain(Chapter 5 Mishna 15)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 01:29:00 +0000

Have you ever heard of the expression "no pain no gain"? Have you ever exerted effort on a project and not seen any results? In this Mishna Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of "Lifom Tzara Agra"( according to the pain is the reward"). That the more effort we put into our spiritual endeavors the more reward G-D gives us. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.26 Is Anger Ever Good?(Chapter 5 Mishna 14)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 19:41:00 +0000

Is anger ever a good thing? Is this trait something we should have within ourselves? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the 4 demeanors of people specifically when it comes to anger. How to really know someone and when it is approriate to have anger. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.25-Givers and Takers(Chapter 5 Mishna 13)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:02:00 +0000

Have you ever dealt with selfish people? Do you know individuals that will give you the shirt off their back? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the four types of personalities of people when it comes to giving. He learns from the Mishna the proper boundries one should have when it comes to private property and how taking can be giving. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.24-The Power of Charity(Chapter 5 Mishna 12)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 22 Aug 2021 18:35:00 +0000

The power of Tzedakah is brought down inmany places throughout the Torah. It is not just about how much you give but how you give it. In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the merit of the mitzvah of charity as well as the optimal way it should be performed. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.23- Justice For All(Chapter 5 Mishna 11)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 09 Aug 2021 21:41:00 +0000

Do you beleive in justice? Have you ever wondered what you could do help make the world more just? In this episode Rabbi Kohn continues the discussion from the last Mishna about the causes of specific tragedy and how we can remedy them. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.22-Messages from The One Above(Chapter 5 Mishna 10)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 01 Aug 2021 10:47:00 +0000

Has G-D ever talked to you? Do you wish that he would? In this episode Rabbi Kohn explains how every occurrence in the "natural" world is meant to be a message to us to us to stop and ask what and why. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.21- How to Become a Wise Person(Chapter 5 Mishna 9)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 03:24:11 +0000

What do need to do become a wise person? Do you need to learn a lot? Do you need to be Rabbi? How about have a long beard? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's path to becoming truly wise. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.20- End of the World Syndrome(Chapter 5 Mishna 8)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 19:43:04 +0000

Are you ever made to feel that humanity as we know it is ceasing to exist? Do you believe that humanity is facing new threats that it has never seen before? In this episode Rabbi Kohn debunks this theory based on the Mishna. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.19-The Ten Miracles of the Holy Temple and their Lessons(Chapter 5 Mishna 7)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 04:58:04 +0000

What were the ten miracles that occurred in the Bais Hamikdosh(Holy Temple) in Jerusalem? What lessons can we learn from them? What significance does they have in my life today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Temple, its miracles ,and the connection that each and every one have to it today. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
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Ep.18-Whats the Point of Miracles?(Chapter 5 Mishna 5)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 27 Jun 2021 03:00:00 +0000

Why does G-D perform miracles? What relevance do the miracles listed in the Torah have to my life? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the reason G-D performs miracles as well as the lessons we can take from them. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.17-What's the Point of Tests? (Chapter 5 Mishna 4)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 02:00:00 +0000

Do you ever think that G-D is testing you? Do you wonder why we need to face challenges in life? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the benefits of being tested as well as our spiritual DNA. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep. 16-Controling our Destiny(Chapter 5 Mishna 3)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000

We all know that G-D runs the world, but can we control our own destiny? Do we have the ability to determine how the decrees of G-D manifest themselves? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we can learn from the Mishna how our destiny is in our own hands to a certain extent. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.15 How YOU Can Change the World(Chapter 5 Mishna 2)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 30 May 2021 03:00:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered what you can do to change the world? Do you think sometimes that your actions are not causing anything to change? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the ways that we all can change the world for the better. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.14- The Spiritual Ecosystem(Chapter 5 Mishna 1)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 10 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Did you ever learn about the ecosystem? The way that everything in nature is connected to one another? How one small action can have a gigantic effect somewhere else? In this episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast ,Rabbi Kohn discusses the worlds spiritual ecosystem and how our actions can change the world for better or for worse. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.13-You Can't Beat the System with G-D(Chapter 4 Mishna 29)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 03 May 2021 03:00:00 +0000

How does knowledge of how G-D runs the world help us live better lives? Why can't I beat the system with G-D just like I do with everything else in my life? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how an idea of how G-D is running the world can help us realize the opportunity we have now to live our lives to the fullest. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.12-Jealousy,Lust,and Honor(Chapter 4 Mishna 28)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 21:00:00 +0000

How can jealousy, lust, and honor cause us physical and spiritual damage? How do we control these powerful traits? When is jealousy a good thing? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses these emotions as well as how we can use them to improve ourselves. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.11- Don't Judge a Book by it's Cover(Chapter 4 Mishna 27)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 02:00:00 +0000

Have you ever heard the expression "don't judge a book by it's cover"? There are many areas in life were we can apply this principle. In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of learning from all people and not stereotyping. He also discusses how we reconcile this Mishna with the previous Mishna. There it seemed to indicate that learning from some is better than others. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.10- The Torah of our Elders(Chapter 4 Mishna 26)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 03:00:00 +0000

What insight does the Mishna offer about the Torah of our elders? Are ideas of the youth not as complete as someone who has lived a full life? In this episode Rabbi Kohn looks at how the Torah of the elders and their advice is more developed and valuable. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.9- Using our Minds to the Fullest(Chapter 4 Mishna 25)

Shlomo Kohn — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000

What is difference between what we learn when we are young vs when we are old ? Why is it easier to retain information when we are younger? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the advantages of learning when we are younger and the lessons we can take from the Mishna if we are already older. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.8-Do Not Rejoice at Your Enemies Downfall(Chapter 4 Mishna 24)

Shlomo Kohn — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000

What should our outlook be when we see our adversaries stumble? Should we be happy? Or is their a more loftier attitude that should be taken? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the need to find the good in every person. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep.7-When Non Action is the RIGHT Action(Chapter 4 Mishna 23)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Is it always proper to take action to fix a situation? When is it correct to hold back and let time pass before acting? In this episode Rabbi Kohn looks at the Mishna's advice on when we need to wait even when we want to help someone else. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- https://positiveperspectives.buzzsprout.com

Ep. 6- A World of Opportunity(Chapter 4 Mishna 22)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Have you ever pushed of doing a Mitzvah(good deed) with the intention to do it later? Did delaying the Mitzvah end up in it not being performed? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the tremendous opportunities that we only have while we are here in this world. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

The Purpose of this World (Chapter 4 Mishna 21)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000

What is the purpose of our lives in this world? How should we utilize our time while we are here? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the analogy of the mishna which compares this world to a hallway and the next world to the banquet hall. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with the ethics of the Torah. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

The Tail of a Lion VS The Head of a Fox (Chapter4 Mishna 20)

Shlomo Kohn — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 03:00:00 +0000

Is it better to be the leader of people who are of lesser caliber or a follower of the group who is more upstanding? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of associating with good people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with the ethics of the Torah. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?(Chapter 4 Mishna 19)

Shlomo Kohn — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000

One of the most common questions people ask on G-D is why do bad things happen to good people? Why do we see that righteous people are suffering and evil individuals are enjoying tranquility? In this episode we deal with this question as well as how our outlook should be when it comes to our situation in life and the situation of others. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with the ethics of the Torah. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

Living In A Place Of Torah(Chapter 4 Mishna 18)

Shlomo Kohn — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0000

What is positive peer pressure? What advice does the Mishna give us to help us succeed spiritually? In this episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast we look at the importance of associating with good people and how challenges in life can make us stronger. Subscribe to the Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with the ethics of the Torah. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

The Three Crowns and The Crown of a Good Name (Chapter 4 Mishna 17)

Shlomo Kohn — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome to The Pirkei Avos Podcast by Rabbi Shlomo Kohn. In this episode we look at the three crowns that the Torah obligates to respect. Additionally we look at the power of a good name and how we can attain it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.