Rebbe Rebbe

Rebbe

The Life and Teachings of Menachem M. Schneerson, the Most Influential Rabbi in Modern History

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Publisher Description

“One of the greatest religious biographies ever written.” – Dennis Prager

In this enlightening biography, Joseph Telushkin offers a captivating portrait of the late Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, a towering figure who saw beyond conventional boundaries to turn his movement, Chabad-Lubavitch, into one of the most dynamic and widespread organizations ever seen in the Jewish world. At once an incisive work of history and a compendium of Rabbi Schneerson's teachings, Rebbe is the definitive guide to understanding one of the most vital, intriguing figures of the last centuries.

From his modest headquarters in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, the Rebbe advised some of the world's greatest leaders and shaped matters of state and society. Statesmen and artists as diverse as Ronald Reagan, Robert F. Kennedy, Yitzchak Rabin, Menachem Begin, Elie Wiesel, and Bob Dylan span the spectrum of those who sought his counsel.  Rebbe explores Schneerson's overarching philosophies against the backdrop of treacherous history, revealing his clandestine operations to rescue and sustain Jews in the Soviet Union, and his critical role in the expansion of the food stamp program throughout the United States. More broadly, it examines how he became in effect an ambassador for Jews globally, and how he came to be viewed by many as not only a spiritual archetype but a savior. Telushkin also delves deep into the more controversial aspects of the Rebbe's leadership, analyzing his views on modern science and territorial compromise in Israel, and how in the last years of his life, many of his followers believed that he would soon be revealed as the Messiah, a source of contention until this day.

GENRE
Biographies & Memoirs
RELEASED
2016
June 14
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
640
Pages
PUBLISHER
Harper
SELLER
HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS
SIZE
5.7
MB

Customer Reviews

MichelleFay ,

Must read

Please read this to learn about The Rebbe’s most inspiring life. May our learning usher in Moshiach now.

Foxot ,

The Rebbe, influential pragmatist

The Rebbe is a fascinating study of a unique individual with a passion for doing good. The Rebbe's sphere of influence spread far beyond the Jewish community because of his wisdom, insight, and tolerance.

MtheM ,

Thoroughly Enjoyable Read

I am throroughly enjoying Rabbi Telushkin’s latest masterpiece as he tackles the Rebbe’s lifestory and impact on moedrn Jewry. Definitely would recommend.

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