Avtalyon
Era of the Pairs (Zugot)100 BCE – 40 BCE(60 years)
Avtalyon, the counterpart of Shemaya, was a righteous convert. He taught: "Sages, be careful with your words." He was among the greatest leaders of the generation preceding Hillel and Shammai.
Biography
Avtalyon, the counterpart of Shemaya, was a righteous convert. He taught: "Sages, be careful with your words." He was among the greatest leaders of the generation preceding Hillel and Shammai.
Life Story
Childhood
He came from a family of converts.
Teachers
Shimon ben Shetach.
Students
Hillel the Elder and Shammai.
Influence
He transmitted the Torah to the generation of the Tannaim.
His Way and Views
Ethics
Carefulness in speech.
Character
Cautious and God-fearing.
Famous Quotes
"Sages, be careful with your words, lest you incur the penalty of exile."
Students
Teachers
Timeline
100 לפנה״ס
Birth
40 לפנה״ס
Passing