Awakening With Rabbi Ami Silver

Episode 014  The Baal Shem Tov recorded a conversation with the Mashiach in which he asked, “when will you come?” The answer was not too promising, but it spurred the Baal Shem Tov to teach a new path of living, learning and devotion.  This is part one of a multi-part series by Rabbi Ami that explores the path of the Baal Shem Tov as articulated by the Piaseczner Rebbe in his work, Mevo Ha-Shearim. The Rebbe puts forth an understanding of Hasidut as part of a continuous, unfolding spiritual evolution over the ages. These next few classes will unpack the Rebbe’s articulation of what makes Hasidut unique, what is its core mission, and can we walk this path of Divine connection in our earthly, embodied lives.