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When many of us hear the word Hasidic, we picture pious Jews in black clothing living in neighborhoods of Brooklyn or Jerusalem. But the roots of Hasidism are much broader. The movement’s founder, the Baal Shem Tov, was a spiritual revolutionary — seen as a rebel by the leading rabbis of his time. His teachings, along with those of his students, remain some of the most spiritually rich and creative commentaries in the Jewish tradition. Join Rabbi Eric to explore some of his favorite insights from the Hasidic masters — teachings that continue to inspire, challenge, and enliven Jewish life today. Click here for study materials.