What is Hasidic Judaism?

Let's Talk Religion · Nov 10, 2026 · 40m

The Hasidic movement is pretty famous. But few are aware of its deep mystical teachings and connections with Kabbalah. In this episode, we explore the early history of the Hasidim.

This episode was written by Seth Weprin and co-written by me (Filip Holm).

Check out Zevi's companion video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juGZfcDie3A

Sources/Suggested Reading:

Idel, Moshe (1995). "Hasidism: Between Ecstacy and Magic". SUNY Press.

Idel, Moshe. “Modes of Cleaving to the Letters in the Teachings of Israel Baal

Shem Tov: A Sample Analysis.” Jewish History 27 (2013): 299-317.

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