The Faith of the Mithnagdim: Rabbinic Responses to Hasidic Rapture
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Author: Allan Nadler (McGill University)
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 272
A study of the theological roots of the Mithnagdic objection to Hasidism. Allan Nadler's efforts offer to correct the impression that there were no compelling theological alternatives to Hasidism during the period of its rapid spread across Eastern Europe at the turn of the 19th century. In Nadler's account, Mithnagdism emerges as a highly developed religious outlook that is essentially conservative, deeply dualistic, and profoundly pessimistic about humanity's spiritual potential - all in stark contrast to Hasidism's optimism and aggressive encouragement of mysticism and religious rapture among its followers.
Author: Allan Nadler (McGill University)
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 272
A study of the theological roots of the Mithnagdic objection to Hasidism. Allan Nadler's efforts offer to correct the impression that there were no compelling theological alternatives to Hasidism during the period of its rapid spread across Eastern Europe at the turn of the 19th century. In Nadler's account, Mithnagdism emerges as a highly developed religious outlook that is essentially conservative, deeply dualistic, and profoundly pessimistic about humanity's spiritual potential - all in stark contrast to Hasidism's optimism and aggressive encouragement of mysticism and religious rapture among its followers.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Allan Nadler (McGill University)
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 272
A study of the theological roots of the Mithnagdic objection to Hasidism. Allan Nadler's efforts offer to correct the impression that there were no compelling theological alternatives to Hasidism during the period of its rapid spread across Eastern Europe at the turn of the 19th century. In Nadler's account, Mithnagdism emerges as a highly developed religious outlook that is essentially conservative, deeply dualistic, and profoundly pessimistic about humanity's spiritual potential - all in stark contrast to Hasidism's optimism and aggressive encouragement of mysticism and religious rapture among its followers.
Author: Allan Nadler (McGill University)
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 272
A study of the theological roots of the Mithnagdic objection to Hasidism. Allan Nadler's efforts offer to correct the impression that there were no compelling theological alternatives to Hasidism during the period of its rapid spread across Eastern Europe at the turn of the 19th century. In Nadler's account, Mithnagdism emerges as a highly developed religious outlook that is essentially conservative, deeply dualistic, and profoundly pessimistic about humanity's spiritual potential - all in stark contrast to Hasidism's optimism and aggressive encouragement of mysticism and religious rapture among its followers.
The Faith of the Mithnagdim: Rabbinic Responses to Hasidic Rapture