{"product_id":"the-wisdom-of-the-talmud-dover-thrift-editions-0800759415977","title":"The Wisdom of the Talmud (Dover Thrift Editions)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wisdom of the Talmud (Dover Thrift Editions)\u003c\/strong\u003e by Peters, Madison C.. paperback edition. ISBN: 0800759415977.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA boundless source of consolation and intellectual stimulation and one of the central texts of Judaism, the Talmud is not only a great compilation of ancient wisdom concerning law, religion, history, ethics, metaphysics, and folklore; it is also a treasure trove of aphorism, maxims, and witty sayings, including:\nAdversity is the true school of mind.\nAvoid anger and thou wilt not sin.\nToo many captains sink the ship.\nThe noblest of all charities is in enabling the poor to earn a livelihood.\nDignity does not consist in a silk dress.\nThere are over 500 other proverbs and adages come together in this delightful collection, arranged under 143 headings such as adversity, ancestry, anger, business, charity, death, friendship, home life, honesty, immortality, labor, love, money, and truth. In addition to its sheer entertainment value, The Wisdom of the Talmud also provides important insights into Jewish ethics, folklore, and theology. Indispensable for writers, journalists, and public speakers, this rich selection will also delight general readers with its ageless appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dover Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45275247607861,"sku":"ByrdShop_048641597X","price":65.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780486415970_4f97fba8-4a0f-4b66-a99f-c919ed1f5986.jpg?v=1782573426","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-wisdom-of-the-talmud-dover-thrift-editions-0800759415977","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}