Perek 3, Mishna 1-7
Pirkei Avos / Part 1

The introductory Mishnah to Chapter 3 teaches us to know "from where we came and to where we are going." In short, this Mishnah gives us a clear sense of direction to guide us through our lives. Rabbi Wein analyzes this and the subsequent mishnayos which deal with the potential for holiness that Jews can hope to achieve whether acting alongside other Jews or even while alone.