My understanding is that Hasidism is a charismatic movement that stresses the joyful aspects of Judaism and being a part of a community of (observant) Jews, or at the very least seeks to ensure that the joy of such is not forgotten.
And, God forgive me, but now I’m thinking of Kamala’s “vibes” campaign. But, it’s safe to assume the Hasidim aren’t a superficial media creation.
My understanding is that Hasidism is a charismatic movement that stresses the joyful aspects of Judaism and being a part of a community of (observant) Jews, or at the very least seeks to ensure that the joy of such is not forgotten.
And, God forgive me, but now I’m thinking of Kamala’s “vibes” campaign. But, it’s safe to assume the Hasidim aren’t a superficial media creation.
Right, you said they weren't superficial. I was adding in about the votes, consistent with what you said.
And by the way, I really like it that you called Chassim "charismatic'. I'm a Catholic Charismatic who now works, as a volunteer, for Chabad, so I spend time with these good folks. You are so right to use that word - many commonalities.
There is a very large community of them in Rockland County, New York, where I grew up. Also, about 35 years ago I worked as a banquet waiter at a kosher catering hall. I did that for several years. Now, our clientele was overwhelmingly everyday Jews. But now and then we did some glatt kosher affairs for an orthodox community. The entire congregation of about 300 would show up for these parties. So I have some direct experience with them.
Also, for several years I purchased lecture tapes from “The Great Courses“ series, to listen to during my 45 minute commute to work at the time. Several of these sets were about Judaism, both the religion/culture and history. Hasidism came up in some of these lectures.
I know you’re having a wonderful time interacting with the group you’ve found, and I think that’s great. Things are a little more complicated in the New York Metropolitan area, and the friction between these insular communities and the greater communities they live within can’t be dismissed as mere “antisemitism,“ since you’ll hear criticisms come from everyday Jews as well.
I’m going to allow though that the New York Metropolitan area is an overall contentious environment, and that it’s fair to say this likely affects all parties involved.
Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. I'll speak up if I think something is anti-Semitic, but after all, you saw me get fooled by just the two hour interview with Tucker (saying I did not see anti-Semitism and had read some by him and did not think Cooper was anti-Semitic - I was wrong). Anyway - - - The Chabad Jewish community I am interacting with is very special. They are not ultra-Orthodox and do not want the label Orthodox, though many choose to live as Orthodox no one must. They are beautifully joyful. Anyway, yes, just my living in Florida and New Jersey does not mean I have direct understanding of Orthodox communities in the USA. I did not have those interactions.
My understanding is that Hasidism is a charismatic movement that stresses the joyful aspects of Judaism and being a part of a community of (observant) Jews, or at the very least seeks to ensure that the joy of such is not forgotten.
And, God forgive me, but now I’m thinking of Kamala’s “vibes” campaign. But, it’s safe to assume the Hasidim aren’t a superficial media creation.
That’s safe to assume!
That's correct -- Chassidism was a reaction caused by a feeling of not having enough joy and spirit in mainstream Judaism.
Virtually all (voting) Orthodox Jews in the US (includes Hasidics) plan to vote Trump. (Not guessing, I know.)
Yes, I know. I was making a joke about “joy,” since that’s Kamala’s schtick. I’m not pretending Hasidim will vote for her.
Right, you said they weren't superficial. I was adding in about the votes, consistent with what you said.
And by the way, I really like it that you called Chassim "charismatic'. I'm a Catholic Charismatic who now works, as a volunteer, for Chabad, so I spend time with these good folks. You are so right to use that word - many commonalities.
There is a very large community of them in Rockland County, New York, where I grew up. Also, about 35 years ago I worked as a banquet waiter at a kosher catering hall. I did that for several years. Now, our clientele was overwhelmingly everyday Jews. But now and then we did some glatt kosher affairs for an orthodox community. The entire congregation of about 300 would show up for these parties. So I have some direct experience with them.
Also, for several years I purchased lecture tapes from “The Great Courses“ series, to listen to during my 45 minute commute to work at the time. Several of these sets were about Judaism, both the religion/culture and history. Hasidism came up in some of these lectures.
I know you’re having a wonderful time interacting with the group you’ve found, and I think that’s great. Things are a little more complicated in the New York Metropolitan area, and the friction between these insular communities and the greater communities they live within can’t be dismissed as mere “antisemitism,“ since you’ll hear criticisms come from everyday Jews as well.
I’m going to allow though that the New York Metropolitan area is an overall contentious environment, and that it’s fair to say this likely affects all parties involved.
Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. I'll speak up if I think something is anti-Semitic, but after all, you saw me get fooled by just the two hour interview with Tucker (saying I did not see anti-Semitism and had read some by him and did not think Cooper was anti-Semitic - I was wrong). Anyway - - - The Chabad Jewish community I am interacting with is very special. They are not ultra-Orthodox and do not want the label Orthodox, though many choose to live as Orthodox no one must. They are beautifully joyful. Anyway, yes, just my living in Florida and New Jersey does not mean I have direct understanding of Orthodox communities in the USA. I did not have those interactions.