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Also known as Chasidic Judaism, Chasidism, Hassidic Judaism, Chassidic Judaism, Hassidism, Ḥasidism, Chassidism, Hasidic Judaism

religious subgroup of modern Judaism

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Hasidism is a religious movement within Judaism that emphasizes spiritual devotion, joy in worship, and a close personal relationship with God, often led by charismatic spiritual leaders called rebbes. It emerged in Eastern Europe in the 18th century and remains influential today, shaping how millions of Jewish people practice their faith and maintain tight-knit communities.

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Subclass of
Orthodox Judaism
Religion
Judaism
Founded by
Baal Shem Tov
Image
Boyan tish, Sukkot 2009.jpg
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denomination=hasidic
Commons category
Hasidic Judaism
topic's main category
Category:Hasidic Judaism
different from
Hasideans
inception
1740-00-00
location of formation
Ukraine
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