The Doctrine of the Zaddik in the Thought of Elimelech of Lizensk [The Rabbi Louis Feinberg Memorial Lecture in Judaic Studies]
Cincinnati: University of Cincinnati, 1978. First edition. Softcover. Octavo. Unpaginated. [28]pp. Original printed wrappers. Rabbi Louis Jacobs' lecture on Elimelech, who developed the Hasidic theory of the Zaddik into the full doctrine of "Practical/Popular Tzaddikism". This shaped the social role of mystical leadership, characteristic of the "Mainstream Hasidic" path. As the founder of Hasidism in Poland-Galicia, Elimelech's influence led numerous leaders and dynasties to emerging from his disciples through the early 19th century. Among them the Chozeh of Lublin, together with the Maggid of Koznitz and Menachem Mendel of Rimanov one of the three "Fathers of Polish Hasidism", furthered the spread of Tzaddikism in Poland. Because of this, Rebbi Elimelech is venerated by the "Mainstream" path in Hasidism, predominant especially in Poland, who descend from his influence. Wrappers and interior in very good condition. vg. Item #39119
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