Call number
150 BUB
Collection
Publication
Princeton, N.J. : Princeton University Press, c1995.
Description
These twenty captivating stories about the founder of the Hasidic faith Israel ben Eliezer called the Baal-Shem or Master of God's Name, provide a profound and charming account of the genesis of Hasidism, still Judaism's most important religious movement. As a delicate and moving portrayal not only of the power of the Baal-Shem's mystical faith, but also of Eastern European Jewish daily life, The Legend of the Baal-Shem is an ideal introduction to Hasidic religious thought, and to Martin Buber's own influential philosophy of love and mutual human understanding.
User reviews
LibraryThing member mike.vaneerden
This collection of stories of the founder of the Hasidic movement, compiled by Martin Buber, is a testimony to the importance of spiritual mentors and friends, and the relationships between these, and God.
(If you recognize it, this is where I found the image for my tattoo.)
(If you recognize it, this is where I found the image for my tattoo.)
Original language
German
Original publication date
1908
ISBN
0691043892 / 9780691043890
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