Today's Mishnah Yomi
Avos 2:14 - 2:15
The Mishnah Yomi for Thursday, May 29, 2025 is Avos 2:14 - 2:15
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Avos Perek 2 Mishnah 14
אבות פרק ב׳ משנה י"ד
Rabbi Elazar said: Be diligent in the study of the Torah; And know how to answer an epicuros, And know before whom you toil, and that your employer is faithful, for He will pay you the reward of your labor.
רַבִּי אֶלְעָזָר אוֹמֵר, הֱוֵי שָׁקוּד לִלְמֹד תּוֹרָה, וְדַע מַה שֶּׁתָּשִׁיב לְאֶפִּיקוֹרוֹס. וְדַע לִפְנֵי מִי אַתָּה עָמֵל. וְנֶאֱמָן הוּא בַעַל מְלַאכְתְּךָ שֶׁיְּשַׁלֶּם לָךְ שְׂכַר פְּעֻלָּתֶךְ:
Bartenura
לְאֶפִּיקוֹרוֹס. לְשׁוֹן הֶפְקֵר, שֶׁמְּבַזֶּה אֶת הַתּוֹרָה וּמַחְשִׁיבָהּ כְּאִלּוּ הִיא הֶפְקֵר. אִי נַמִּי, מֵשִׂים עַצְמוֹ כְּהֶפְקֵר וְאֵינוֹ חָס עַל נַפְשׁוֹ לָחוּשׁ שֶׁמָּא תָּבֹא עָלָיו רָעָה עַל שֶׁמְּבַזֶּה אֶת הַתּוֹרָה אוֹ לוֹמְדֶיהָ:
וְדַע לִפְנֵי מִי אַתָּה עָמֵל. בִּתְשׁוּבָה זוֹ שֶׁאַתָּה מֵשִׁיב לְאֶפִּיקוֹרוֹס, שֶׁלֹּא יִפְתֶּה לִבְּךָ לִנְטוֹת לְדַעְתּוֹ:
Rashi
הוי שקוד כו' ודע מה שתשוב כו' ודע לפני מי אתה עמל ומי הוא בעל מלאכתך. הרי שלשה:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Avos Perek 2 Mishnah 15
אבות פרק ב׳ משנה ט"ו
Rabbi Tarfon said: the day is short, and the work is plentiful, and the laborers are indolent, and the reward is great, and the master of the house is insistent.
רַבִּי טַרְפוֹן אוֹמֵר, הַיּוֹם קָצָר וְהַמְּלָאכָה מְרֻבָּה, וְהַפּוֹעֲלִים עֲצֵלִים, וְהַשָּׂכָר הַרְבֵּה, וּבַעַל הַבַּיִת דּוֹחֵק:
Bartenura
"The day is short": The life in this world is short.
"and the work is much": The Torah's 'measure is longer than the earth.'
"and the Master of the house is pressing": as it is stated, (Joshua 1:8), "and you shall contemplate it day and night."
הַיּוֹם קָצָר. חַיֵּי הָעוֹלָם הַזֶּה קְצָרִים הֵם:
וְהַמְּלָאכָה מְרֻבָּה. הַתּוֹרָה אֲרֻכָּה מֵאֶרֶץ מִדָּהּ:
וּבַעַל הַבַּיִת דּוֹחֵק. שֶׁנֶּאֱמָר (יהושע א) וְהָגִיתָ בּוֹ יוֹמָם וָלַיְלָה:
Rashi
היום קצר. העולם הזה:
ובעל הבית דוחק. זה הקב״ה שנא' בו והגית בו יומם ולילה:
Mishnah Yomi FAQ
What is Mishnah Yomi?
Mishnah Yomi is a daily study program where participants study two mishnayot (individual teachings from the Mishnah) every day. By following this program, one can complete the entire Mishnah in about six years.
What is the Mishnah?
The Mishnah is the first major written collection of Jewish oral traditions, forming the basis of the Talmud. It dates back to around 200 CE and consists of teachings and discussions of Jewish law by various rabbis.
Who started the Mishnah Yomi program?
In 1934, the Kozoglover Gaon, Rav Aryeh Tzvi Frommer, who took over from Rav Meir Shapiro (the founder of Daf Yomi) as the head of Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin, initiated the Mishnah Yomi cycle, focusing on Seder Zeraim and Seder Taharos. After World War II, in 1947, Rav Yonah Sztencl, a disciple of Rav Frommer, expanded the program, advocating for a comprehensive study of Shishah Sidrei Mishnah. The idea of studying two Mishnayos daily gained the support of figures like Rav Isser Zalman Meltzer, the Tchebiner Rov, and the Gerer Rebbe, marking the formal inception of Mishnah Yomi.
How long does it take to complete the Mishnah with Mishnah Yomi?
Following the Mishnah Yomi program, one can complete the Mishnah in approximately six years.
Can anyone join Mishnah Yomi?
Yes, anyone interested in studying the Mishnah can start the Mishnah Yomi cycle. There’s no need for prior knowledge; beginners are welcome.
Do I need to know Hebrew to study Mishnah Yomi?
While the Mishnah is originally in Hebrew, there are numerous translations and commentaries available in various languages, making it accessible to anyone interested in studying.
Is there a specific time of day to study Mishnah Yomi?
There’s no designated time. Participants can choose a time that best fits their schedule.
Can I study Mishnah Yomi with a group?
Yes, many communities and synagogues organize group study sessions for Mishnah Yomi. Studying in a group can enhance understanding and foster camaraderie.
What if I miss a day?
If you miss a day, you can catch up by studying the missed mishnayot alongside the current day’s study or by dedicating some extra time until you’re back on track.
"To one who denigrates the Torah (apikoros)": [It] is an expression of being ownerless (hefker), as he disgraces the Torah and treats it as if it is ownerless. And also (another explanation is) he makes himself ownerless and is not concerned for his soul, lest evil will come to him as a result of his disgracing the Torah or those that study it.
"Know before Whom you labor": in this response that you give to the one who denigrates the Torah, such that your heart not be seduced to inclining towards his opinion.