Soon after its founding in the mid-eighteenth century by Jewish mystics, Hasidism rapidly gained popularity in all strata of society, especially among the less educated common people, who were ...

The Hasidim differ from other Orthodox Jews in several ways. The core of Hasidism is enthusiasm and mysticism, an interest in inner transformative experience, connection with God and others.

Hasidism has attracted, repelled and bewildered philosophers, historians and theologians since its inception in the 18th century. In “Hasidism: Writings on Devotion, Community, and Life in the Modern ...

Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer, known as the Baal Shem Tov, is regarded as the founder of Hasidism, bringing back verve and religious fervor to Jewish people across Europe and Eurasia. His teachings ...

Reveals the untold tale of shocking events and anomalous figures in the history of Hasidism This fascinating volume reveals some of the dark, dramatic episodes concealed in the folds of the hasidic ...