Hillel the Elder quotes
Hillel the Elder was a renowned Jewish religious leader and scholar, recognized as one of the most important figures in Jewish history. His teachings emphasized humility, compassion, and the importance of lifelong learning. He is remembered for the timeless maxim: "If I am not for myself, who will be for me?" Here are 12 of his quotes:
One who increases flesh, increases worms; one who increases possessions, increases worry; one who increases wives, increases witchcraft; one who increases maidservants, increases promiscuity; one who increases man-servants, increases thievery; one who increases Torah, increases life; one who increases study, increases wisdom; one who increases counsel, increases understanding; one who increases charity, increases peace.
Hillel the Elder
Hillel the Elder
Occupation: Jewish Clergyman
Born: 70 BC
Died: 8
Quotes count: 12
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