The pattern of this Mishnah following the previous Mishnayos, underscores a fundamental skepticism which our sages have of high political aspirations. True Jewish leadership is a burdensome responsibility, devoid of the vain lust for power.

The pattern of this Mishnah following the previous Mishnayos, underscores a fundamental skepticism which our sages have of high political aspirations. True Jewish leadership is a burdensome responsibility, devoid of the vain lust for power.

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The pattern of this Mishnah following the previous Mishnayos, underscores a fundamental skepticism which our sages have of high political aspirations. True Jewish leadership is a burdensome responsibility, devoid of the vain lust for power.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Avos 1:11a: Don’t Lust Power

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Rabbi Yonah Sklare is a Rosh Kollel and Magid Shiur in Baltimore, MD. He lectures at numerous local institutions, including Women’s Institute of Torah Seminary, communities across the USA and online. He received semichah and his PhD in Talmudic Law from Ner Israel Rabbinical College.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Rabbi Sklare’s refreshing ability to bring Torah to life through exploration and creativity has attracted a diverse and beloved following, from renowned talmidei chachamim to those just beginning their Torah learning journey. His work can be found at rabbisklare.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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    Rabbi Yonah Sklare is a Rosh Kollel and Magid Shiur in Baltimore, MD. He lectures at numerous local institutions, including Women’s Institute of Torah Seminary, communities across the USA and online. He received semichah and his PhD in Talmudic Law from Ner Israel Rabbinical College.   Rabbi Sklare’s refreshing ability to bring Torah to life through exploration and creativity has attracted a diverse and beloved following, from renowned talmidei chachamim to those just beginning their Torah learning journey. His work can be found at rabbisklare.com.    

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