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A book of practtical ethical wisdom applied to contemporary life.

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1 author picked The Jewish Moral Virtues as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

The team of renowned scholar (Professor Borowitz) and popular educator (Francie Schwartz) have produced a friendly, welcoming guide to living an ethical life, based on traditional Jewish virtues. Topics include trustworthiness, lovingkindness, compassion, humility, and contentedness. This book is really a guide to musar—the practical wisdom that has guided Jewish conduct throughout the centuries. 

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