Judaism Depth Study Revision -Hasidism

Hasidism is a movement founded by Israel Ben Eliezer (also known as the Baal Shem Tov- OR the Besht- Which means:

• The righteous one

• ‘Master of the Good name’

• The most valued player

• The founder

One contribution were the Baal Shem Tov's simple stories and parables. These were:

• Hasidic tales which appealed to the uneducated masses.

• Graphic stories about the origins of the universe

• Biblical interpretations

• Readings from the Talmud

The Hasidic tales taught: “The whole world is full of his glory” (Isaiah 6:13) which means the whole world is full of God’s ___________

• Power

• Patience

• Presence

• Perseverance

ALL Jewish groups (Reform, Conservative and Orthodox) continue to study and make use of the Hasidic Tales in their teaching into the present day.

• True

• False

The Baal Shem Tov taught the concept of ________________‑ which meant ‘clinging onto’ God in all areas and experiences of living to bring the Divine spark into all aspects of life

He introduced the prayer form of ________________ to help adherents achieve Devekut. This involved enthusiasm and joy in worship.

Ultimately, the Baal Shem Tov urged all to “serve G‑d with __________________!” (Psalms 100:2)

• Anger

• Humility

• Happiness

• Haste

Conservative, Reform, and Reconstructionist Jews have incorporated Hasidic melodies and the practice of Hislahavus into their worship.

• True

• False

Hasidism has further given rise to a new spiritual development, the Jewish Renewal Movement, introducing ecumenism, the ordination of women, and meditation into the practice.

• True

• False

During and after the Holocaust, Hasidism offered support and a continuity in the lives of displaced surviving Jews through the role of the _________________ (Zaddik)

• Rabbi

• Rebbe

• Rapper

• Moses