Uniter of Heaven and Earth: Rabbi Meshullam Feibush Heller of Zbarazh and the Rise of Hasidism in Eastern Galicia (Suny Series in Judaica) (Suny ... Hermeneutics, Mysticism and Religion) [Paperback]

Miles Krassen (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 324 pages
• Publisher: State University of New York Press (October 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 079143818X
• ISBN-13: 978-0791438183
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,897,246 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Resource and Gateway, October 14, 2002

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This review is from: Uniter of Heaven and Earth: Rabbi Meshullam Feibush Heller of Zbarazh and the Rise of Hasidism in Eastern Galicia (Suny Series in Judaica) (Suny ... Hermeneutics, Mysticism and Religion) (Paperback)

Miles Krassen's work is an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to understand the history of Chasidism in general and the thought of Meshullam Feibush. There are few scholarly works on early Chasidic thought available in English and this is one of the finest. I sincerely doubt that Steve Savedow, who posted several negative reviews of this book here, ever read it.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Choice for both Serious Students and Spiritual Seekers, October 30, 2002

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Naomi Mara Hyman (Easton, MD United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Uniter of Heaven and Earth: Rabbi Meshullam Feibush Heller of Zbarazh and the Rise of Hasidism in Eastern Galicia (Suny Series in Judaica) (Hardcover)

I've found this comprehensive and accessible study to be one of my favorite texts (I'm a rabbinical student with a fairly extensive reading list). I've just completed a third reading of the book and I find that as my learning deepens, so does my appreciation of this work. Rabbi Miles Krassen, PhD brings both the dedication and thoroughness of an academic and the depth of understanding of a serious contemplative practice to his work, a rare and deeply appreciated combination. I strongly recommend The Uniter of Heaven and Earth both to those interested in the study of Hasidism and to those interested in deepening a spiritual practice.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books on Hasidut, October 23, 2002

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This review is from: Uniter of Heaven and Earth: Rabbi Meshullam Feibush Heller of Zbarazh and the Rise of Hasidism in Eastern Galicia (Suny Series in Judaica) (Suny ... Hermeneutics, Mysticism and Religion) (Paperback)

As a student of Chasidut and Jewish studies I have found this book to be a great resource. It is beautifully written with artfull translations of Hebrew texts. Krassen shows us the depth and beauty of the essential teachings of Hasidut of that era. I can't wait to read his next book on the topic.