176pp; Hard Cover-Color; 5.5 x 8.5.

The Rebbe's Emissary: The Life and Legacy of Rabbi Dovid Bryn

Rabbi Chaim Dalfin

As the title suggests, this book is a series of portraits of different people, events, and curiosities in the history of Habad Hasidism. It tells of many unknown or little understood aspects of the Rebbes' lives, the stories of the children of Habad Rebbes who did not themselves become Rebbes, the stories and viewpoint of the 'foot soldiers' of Habad in different eras, of forgotten outreach campaigns and initiatives, and even the stories and perspectives of those who broke away or rebelled. Rabbi Chaim Dalfin brings to his books the rare combination of an insider's sensitivity for nuance and an observer's passion for honest documentation. His portraits of figures in Habad's recent past stand out for their humanity and understanding. Anyone who is interested in understanding contemporary Habad whether they are inside or outside of Habad should consult his books. Don Seeman, Associate Professor, Emory University This material has great importance because of its content about the lives of Hasidim. We learn a lot about the issues that concern them, their self-sacrifice, work methods, and continual growth. We also learn about the place of women in Hasidic Judaism and relations between Hasidim and Mitnagdim. The material is supported by competent evidence, and it is good that someone has documented it for eternity, as the verse states, 'So that the last generation will know, sons were born to stand up and tell their children, and to make G-d complete.' Moshe Hallamish, Professor Emeritus, Bar-Illan University 
 Hardcover: 240 pages Publisher: Albion-Andalus Books (October 11, 2013) Language: English ISBN-13: 978098895801

Habad Portraits Volume 1

Jewish Enrichment Press

As the title suggests, this book is a series of portraits of different people, events, and curiosities in the history of Habad Hasidism. It tells of many unknown or little understood aspects of the Rebbes' lives, the stories of the children of Habad Rebbes who did not themselves become Rebbes, the stories and viewpoint of the 'foot soldiers' of Habad in different eras, of forgotten outreach campaigns and initiatives, and even the stories and perspectives of those who broke away or rebelled. 
 Hardcover Publisher: JEP ISBN-13: 9780988958043

Habad Portraits Volume 3

As the title suggests, this book is a series of portraits of different people, events, and curiosities in the history of Habad Hasidism. It tells of many unknown or little understood aspects of the Rebbes' lives, the stories of the children of Habad Rebbes who did not themselves become Rebbes, the stories and viewpoint of the 'foot soldiers' of Habad in different eras, of forgotten outreach campaigns and initiatives, and even the stories and perspectives of those who broke away or rebelled. 
 Hardcover Publisher: JEP (2015) ISBN-10: 0988958058 ISBN-13: 9780988958050

Habad Portraits Volume 4

6 x 9; Hardcover Color Cover; 400 pgs; 550 endnotes; 50 pics &amp; docs; New Interviews; Addendums; Bibliography; Glossary; Index; natural paper; made in the USA The two great Jewish sages of the past century, Rabbi Yosef Dov Soloveitchik - The Rav - YU and Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson - The Rebbe - Chabad grew up in Russia. They both studied at the University of Berlin and each became a leading figure in post-Holocaust Judaism in America. Read now, for the first time ever, about their unique relationship and respect for each other. Understand that although the Rav was a father-figure for Lithuanian Judaism and the Rebbe, the world's greatest Chasidic master, nevertheless their message was universal.

Rav and Rebbe

In the following pages, I will share with you my experiences, memories and observations of the members of some twenty four different groups of Boro Park. My family has lived there since 1970, and as the title suggests, this book contains my reflections on its faces and places. This book was written from my own, clearly subjective viewpoint. Nonetheless, objective facts and information are also provided herein, as these are important as well. The book you are now holding in your hands contains much sociological, historical, and psychological information, so it is useful for the scholar as well as the layman. I have chosen to write this book in a conversational style, without any references or bibliography. Pretend, if you will, that we are just sitting together, chatting, noshing, and having an overall good time.

Faces and Places - Boro Park

Lakewood and Lubavitch by Rabbi Chaim Dalfin (Author) 
 After years of research, Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author of over 50 books including Rav and Rebbe and The Real Shlomo, has published another bestseller. He looks at the two largest Torah movements in the USA, Chabad-Lubavitch and Rabbi Aaron Kotler's following in Lakewood, and examines the relationship between them. This book opens for the first time a detailed documented presentation of facts, not fiction, for the purpose of showing how far the two groups have come in uniting. 
 Chabad Lubavitch's success stems from the Rebbe's recognizing that to make an impact, Chabad had to move beyond its cloistered existence in Crown Heights. While Chabad seeks to establish Chabad Houses throughout the country, Lakewood seeks to establish kollels in small communities. While the method may differ, the end mission is united: in preserving, spreading and celebrating Torah. Thus Rabbi Dalfin sees that what unites us is stronger than what divides us. He recognizes that what is needed now is ahavat chinam, not sinat chinam, for petty fighting will only bring both communities down. 
 Rabbi Dalfin draws on his vast knowledge and brings to the attention of layman and scholar alike many personal stories and historical facts that speak for themselves. He investigates the relationship between the Rayatz and Rabbi Kotler. Each chapter provides the reader a window into greater understanding and knowledge regarding the two apparently disparate communities of Lakewood and Chabad-Lubavitch.

Lakewood and Lubavitch

Chabad and Mir

Chabad and Ponovitz

Unity: Baal Teshuva World

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