Joseph Telushkin, Author of “Rebbe,” to Speak in the Five Towns

Joseph Telushkin’s latest book, “Rebbe: The Life and Teachings of Menachem M. Schneerson, the Most Influential Rabbi in Modern History” landed on the New York Times bestseller list within days of its release last year and is continuing to make ripples, well beyond the Jewish community.

Telushkin, one of the most prolific writers of contemporary Jewish books, will be in Lawrence to talk about “Rebbe” on June 19 at 8:00 PM at Young Israel of Lawrence Cedarhurst.

The book tells the inspiring story of the prominent yet deeply modest leader who rebuilt a dwindling post-holocaust community into the most influential Jewish organization in the world, the late Rebbe Menachem Mendel Schneerson.

The only rabbi to have received the Congressional Gold Medal and for whom an American national day was proclaimed in his honor, Rabbi Schneerson is widely credited with breathing new life and vitality into a decimated Jewish People after the holocaust, completely transforming the landscape of Jewish life.

“This captivating portrait of one of the most vital figures of the last centuries has, and continues to take the world by storm.” said [Name], of [Organization], the organization hosting the event. “We are honored and excited to be hosting Joseph Telushkin, as this promises to be a most intriguing and insightful evening.”

The Rebbe‘s teachings about the inherent goodness of all mankind, along with the infinite potential of every individual and each good deed, boldly redefined Judaism’s role in the world at large and left a lasting impact on all of humanity.

Joseph Telushkin spent five years researching and writing this 640-page biography of the Rebbe. In addition to this book, he is the bestselling author of Jewish Literacy, A Code of Ethics, and Biblical Literacy among others. He was named by Talk Magazine as one of the fifty best speakers in the United States.

This event comes as the Five Towns and thousands of communities worldwide are preparing to mark the 25th anniversary of the passing of the Rebbe, which will coincide with July 6 of this year.

For more information on An Evening of Tribute to the Rebbe with Rabbi Joseph Telushkin visit online at www.ChabadFiveTowns.com/tribute