Dawn of Chassidus Volume. 2

Imagine overhearing a private conversation in which the Rebbe posed a profound question to the Previous Rebbe — and received a rich and detailed response, seasoned with stories and historical insight.

This — though preserved in written form — is the format of Dawn of Chassidus (formerly Branches of the Chassidic Menorah). The Rebbe asked the Previous Rebbe to explain the uniqueness of the Chabad approach to Divine service. What distinguishes Lubavitcher chassidim from chassidim of other traditions?

In his inimitable manner, the Previous Rebbe weaves a tapestry describing how Chabad Chassidus was initiated and defining the spiritual goals the Alter Rebbe set for his chassidim.

Originally published in the classic columns of HaTamim, this work — enhanced with extensive notes and appendices — offers English readers the opportunity to “eavesdrop” on this remarkable exchange between the Rebbeim and absorb the insights it provides.