Chasidic Masters

Inspirational insights from the Baal Shem Tov and Hasidic leaders of succeeding generations

The Baal Shem Tov mentioned, in the name of Rabbi Sa'adia Gaon, that it is appropriate to desire all kinds of material things.

From the teachings of the Baal Shem Tov

Intermediate

The Three Layers of Self

By Yosef Y. Jacobson

G-d desires that also unholy people do holy things.

Advanced

The Temple was a manifestation of various spiritual forces

From the teachings of Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Lubavitch (The "Tzemach Tzedek")

Advanced

Those who study Torah despite great hardships cause an especially lofty level of sanctification.

From the teachings of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi

Advanced

A small taste of the Unknowable Creator was experienced via the articles in the Tabernacle.

Adapted from the works of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi