Talmud Wisdom Complete: The Jewish Wisdom Bible Passed Down for Centuries

Author: Wang Xingjian
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features:
1. Life Wisdom from the Talmud – Persistence in Learning Prevents Losing Direction in Life
- The Talmud as a Guide for Conduct and Demeanor
- Investing in Time More Valuable Than Money
- Highly Valuing Unity
- Knowing That Merely Working Hard Is Insufficient
- Emphasizing Law, Faithfulness, and Keeping Promises
- Distinguishing Between Sin and Criminals
- A Person’s Mind Is Like a String of a Lute
- Focusing on a Primary Goal, Not Waiting for Uncertain Matters
- Having a Sacred Feeling for Children
- Persistence in Learning Prevents Losing Direction in Life
- Extremely Valuing Science and Knowledge
- Education and Religion Are Equally Sacred
- Educating According to Talmudic Teachings
- Revering Teachers as Most Authoritative Figures
- Treating Running Schools as a Virtue Second Only to Worshiping God
2. Thinking Wisdom from the Talmud – Benefiting from Tradition Without Being Bound by Traditional Thinking
- Wisdom Is an Invaluable Asset in Life
- Sound Judgment Determines Correct Decisions and Actions
- There Is a Solution for Everything
- Treating the Stone That Can Break Obstacles as a Key
- Six People Can Cover with One Headscarf in Prayer
- Independent Thinking, Questioning Everything
- Benefiting from Tradition Without Being Bound by Traditional Thinking
- Doubt Is More Deserving of Recognition Than Blind Faith
- The More "Impossible" Something Seems, the Easier It Becomes
- Considering All Aspects When Making Contracts
- Seeking the Most Advantageous Angle While Avoiding Loopholes and Breaches
- The Truth Often Isn’t Black and White
- Skillfully Resolving Conflicting Issues
- Inducing the Other Party to Form Wrong Assumptions
- Using Subtle Tactics and Diversion
- Exploiting the Flaws of Greedy People
- Breaking the Rule When Facing a Scoundrel
3. Practical Wisdom from the Talmud – Be Grounded and Progress Gradually
- Don’t Fear Holding Different Opinions from Others
- Not Valuing Authority
- Success and Failure Are Both Habits
- Never Take Any Small Matter Lightly
- Be Grounded and Progress Gradually
- Transcend Yourself—True Success Requires Doubling the Effort to Survive
- Be Unyielding, Never Surrender
- Seize Opportunities Through Your Own Efforts
- Strong Willpower Helps You Seize Life’s Opportunities
- What Matters Most Is Clarifying Your Goal
- Completing What You Can Do Makes You Human; Completing What You Want Makes You Divine
- Translate Your Dreams into Reality
- Focus Your Heart on One Thing
- Opportunity Only Favors the Prepared
- The Bigger the Risk, the Greater the Reward
- See Light Through Darkness
- Endure What Happens
- Pass Through Difficult Times Through Patience
- Be Like "Sabra"—Never Lose Faith in Life
- Have Patience to Wait for Success
- Be Grounded in Action—No Task Is Impossible
- Wait Patiently for Success to Arrive Unexpectedly
- Overcome Hardships Day by Day
- Have the Courage to Change Yourself
4. Business Wisdom from the Talmud – Don’t Blindly Engage in Areas You’re Unfamiliar With
- Understand What Economic Risks Are Worth Taking
- Earning Primarily Relies on Knowledge and Wisdom
- Your Mind Is Your Most Valuable Asset
- Be a Person Who Plays to Your Strengths
- Make Market Analysis Based on Your Own Judgment
- Keep Your Focus on the Future
- Once a Contract Is Signed, There’s No Room for Negotiation
- No Contract Can Be breached if It’s Unfavorable to You
- Every Business Partnership Is a First Encounter
- Uphold Fairness and Honesty in Business
- Highlighting the Strengths of Goods Is Also an Act of Integrity
- Even $1 Must Be Earned
- Walking Faster in Someone Else’s Shoes Than Barefoot
- Protect the Borrower’s Livelihood
- Aiming for a Target Is Easier with More Arrows
- Don’t Blindly Engage in Areas You’re Unfamiliar With
- Be Steady in Your Field
- Contracts Should Be Legal, Not Just Moral
- Don’t Be Rigid When You Can Earn More
- Don’t Let Savings Become an Addiction
- To Earn Money, You Must Break Existing Prejudices
5. Life Wisdom from the Talmud – Strive to Compensate for or Avoid Your Weaknesses
- Pursue Tangible Things
- Consider Yourself God’s "Chosen People"
- Eight Parts Tension and Two Parts Relaxation
- Drinking Once Every Three Days Is Golden
- Don’t Let a Feast of Chicken and Pork Make Other Days Starve
- Place Your Hand on the Bible to Swear an Oath
- Breaking Promises Is Absolutely Forbidden
- Punish the Breacher
- Hate Sin, Not People
- Strive to Compensate for or Avoid Your Weaknesses
- Don’t Blame External Factors for Your Misfortunes
- Time Is Money
- Engage in Beneficial Work
- The Value of Life Lies in Constant Striving to Surpass Yourself
- Be Generous in Giving and Fundraising
- Let Money Radiate Warmth in Society Through Giving Back
6. Interpersonal Wisdom from the Talmud – Politeness and Warmth Are the Lubricants of Social Interaction
- Social Skills Allow You to Utilize the Boundless Energy of Others
- Connect with Outstanding People
- Get Along Harmoniously with Others
- Avoid Association with the Filthy
- Consider Matters from Others’ Perspectives
- Adapt to Local Customs and Align with Others
- "Do Not Do to Others What You Do Not Want Done to Yourself"
- Be Willing to Listen
- Embrace Others’ Opinions and Give Them a Chance to Change
- Be a Person Who Repays Kindness for Gratitude
- Politeness and Warmth Are the Lubricants of Social Interaction
- First Understand the Full Truth
- Basic Rights Are Equal for All People
- Suspicion Is the Devil
- Do Everything Possible for Family Harmony
- Respect Your Parents, Be Kind to Brothers and Sisters
- Develop Awareness to Avoid Being Deceived
- Don’t Easily Believe Strangers
7. Wisdom in Dealing with Others – True Wisdom Always Connects with Humility
- High Character Earns More Respect
- Only Virtue Endures
- Be Vigilant Against Evil
- Uphold Honesty
- Don’t Make Promises Lightly
- The Weight of Listening Should Be Twice That of Speaking
- Silence Will Not Regret
- Lie When Necessary
- True Sanctity Lies in Self-Control in Private
- Don’t Pursue Illicit Wealth
- "Good Deeds" Are Most Important
- Demonstrate Virtue Through Action
- True Wisdom Always Connects with Humility
- Cultivate Humility as a Virtue in Life
- A Person’s Heart Should Be Wider Than the Red Sea
- Don’t Let Jealousy Erode You
- Don’t Spread Rumors
- Begin with Small Streams and Move Safely Forward Under "Restraint"
- Patience Is a Symbol of High Quality
- Pay Attention to Your Appearance
8. Wisdom of Happiness from the Talmud – Gratitude and Contentment Bring Joy
- The Meaning of Life Is to Achieve Happiness
- The Wiser You Are, the More You Smile
- Don’t Detach Yourself from Real Life Needs
- Work Is Important, But Family Is More So
- Learn to Endure in Marriage to Avoid Disaster
- Treat Your Partner’s Mistakes Reasonably
- Have a Strong Desire to Positively Pursue Happiness
- Face All Situations with a Positive Attitude
- Master and Overcome Pain
- Don’t Worry About the Future
- Enjoy Moderately Without Forgetting Morality
- Control and Change Bad Habits
- Owning Money Brings Joy
- Desires Are Like Wild Grass—Cut Them Off
- Money Is Easier to Earn Than to Spend
- Absolute Fairness Doesn’t Exist
- Gratitude and Contentment Bring Joy
- Come and Go as You Came
Appendix: A Brief History of the Jews