“Explore Faces of Generosity, a high school lesson on Pirkei Avot that examines different attitudes toward tzedakah and generosity. Students analyze classic Mishnah texts, discuss Jewish values, and reflect on the type of giver they aspire to become.
Learning Objectives
- Tzedakah is not just about giving money—it reflects a person's values, mindset, and relationship to others.
- Jewish tradition encourages generosity as a path to peace, community, and spiritual growth.
Materials Needed
- Copies of Pirkei Avot 2:7, 5:10, and 5:13 (Hebrew and English attached)
- Vocabulary sheet for key terms and phrases from the mishnayot (See downloads section)
- Signs for the Class Activity
- Student worksheet with guided chavruta discussion questions (See downloads section)
Faces of Generosity Lesson Plan pdf
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