From Pirke Avot, the Sayings of the Fathers (rabbis), in the Talmud:
Ben Zoma said: Who is wise? One who learns from every person, as it is said in Torah," from all my teachers I acquired understanding." Who is mighty? One who controls their passion, as it is said, "He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who masters his spirit than one who conquers a city." Who is rich? One who rejoices in their portion, as it is said, "when you eat the labor of your hands, you shall be happy, and it will be well with you." Happy will you be in this world and it will be well with you in the world to come. Who is honored? One who honors others, as it is said, "Those who honor Me I will honor, and they that despise me shall be shamed." |
