Shivḥe ha-Baʻal Shem Ṭov ha-shalem
by Leṿi Yitsḥaḳ Holtsman
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How does this comprehensive new edition of Shivḥe ha-Baʻal Shem Ṭov reshape our understanding of the Besht not just as a historical figure, but as the living embodiment of early Hasidic spirituality?
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In what ways do the miracle stories and hagiographical accounts in the text serve as psychological or spiritual truths rather than literal events, and how do you interpret their purpose in the tradition?
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How does the emphasis on joy (simcha) and ecstatic prayer in the Besht's teachings challenge or complement more traditional, intellectual approaches to study and worship?
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