Is the Point of a Hemshech the Haskolo or the Avodah?

A pivotal development in the progression of Chassidus over the generations was the introduction of “Hemshechim” by the Rebbe Maharash, and more thoroughly by the Rebbe Rashab.

What is the power of a “Hemshech”? Why is it so important for a Chossid to learn, and more importantly, live with a “Hemshech”? is it possible to incorporate this quality into other learning of Chassidus?

Join us in the newest episode of Conversation in Chassidus, with Rabbi Yossi Garelik, where we discuss the history of the Rebbe Rashab and specifically his landmark Hemshechim of Samach-Vov and Ayin-Beis.

Paralleling the progression of nigleh from Chumash through Rambam, Rabbi Garelik shows how Chassidus as well, from Tanya through Ayin-Beis, progresses in its exploration of Elokus.

We also discuss how avodah and bitul are inherently embedded into the core of the haskolo of Chassidus, contrasting the tragic story of “Der Volpa” with that of the conception of Ayin-Beis by the Rebbe Rashab.

Conversations in Chassidus Episode 16, with Rabbi Yossi Garelik. Watch it on YouTube, Spotify or 24Six.