What are the different types of Hasidic Jewish hats? There are many types of hats that Hasidic Jews wear, such as the Shtreimel, Spodik, Kolpik, Hoiche, and Biber. This post provides a brief overview of the various Hasidic hats.
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Taking a quick break from talking about Hasidic life to discuss a really important subject: chronic pain. I share the story of my 10 years of lower back pain and how I healed it. My hope is that by hearing my story, you can get rid of your pain, too.
Here is a quick guide to Satmar Hasidim. The sect was originally headquartered in Satu Mare, Hungary, before WWII. It is one of the largest and most influential Hasidic sects in the world.
The Satmar Rebbe, Reb Yoel Teitelbaum, on preparing for Shabbos.
Everything you need to know about the Hasidic home and Hasidic family life.
If you’re looking to get a taste of the various Hasidic neighborhoods in Brooklyn, here’s where I’d go.
Do Hasidic Jews use smartphones? The answer: some Hasidic Jews do, particularly those that work in business. Although, it's important to note that as a general rule, the Hasidic community frowns upon Internet and Smartphone use. Hasidic leaders see Internet and smartphones as dangerous for many reasons. Two reasons that come to mind immediately: The … Continue reading Do Hasidic Jews Use Smartphones?
I remember the first time I ever encountered Hasidim. I was ten years old and I was staying in a hotel in Boro Park with my parents. We were in town for a family wedding in Flatbush. I grew up in the Midwest and I’d never been to a hotel with a Kosher breakfast. It … Continue reading The First Time I Encountered Hasidim
I recently visited Crown Heights, Brooklyn, where 770, the world headquarters of the Chabad Lubavitch Hasidic sect is located. Here are some photos I took:
The Hasidic World 