Discover the hidden secrets of Torah and
Kabbalah through the
captivating stories of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.
captivating stories of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.
“Rabbi Nachman’s stories are
among the great classics of Jewish literature. They have been
recognized by Jews and non-Jews alike for their depth and
insight into both the human condition and the realm of the
mysterious.”
—from Aryeh
Kaplan’s Translator’s
Introduction
For centuries, spiritual teachers have
told stories to convey lessons about God and perceptions of the
world around us. Hasidic master Rebbe Nachman of Breslov
(1772–1810) perfected this teaching method through his
engrossing and entertaining stories that are fast-moving,
brilliantly structured, and filled with penetrating insights.
This collection presents the wisdom of
Rebbe Nachman, translated by Rabbi Aryeh Kaplan and accompanied
by illuminating commentary drawn from the works of Rebbe
Nachman’s pupils. This important work brings you
authentic interpretations of Rebbe Nachman’s stories,
allowing you to experience the rich heritage of Torah and
Kabbalah that underlies each word of his inspirational
teachings.
“The ‘modern midrash’ of
their day, these tales still touch us, entertain, and
inspire.”
—Norman
J. Cohen, provost, Hebrew Union
College, and author of
Hineini in Our Lives: Learning How to Respond to Others
through 14 Biblical Texts & Personal Stories
Hineini in Our Lives: Learning How to Respond to Others
through 14 Biblical Texts & Personal Stories
“Second only to silence, story is
the royal road to Truth, and Rebbe Nachman is the master
storyteller. Aryeh Kaplan’s translation brings the
stories to life, and the commentary allows the serious to enter
deeply into the magic and wisdom of these spiritually
transformative tales. This is the definitive Rebbe
Nachman.”
—Rabbi
Rami Shapiro, author of The Hebrew Prophets: Selections
Annotated and Explained and Hasidic Tales: Annotated and Explained
Annotated and Explained and Hasidic Tales: Annotated and Explained
Rabbi Chaim Kramer is founder and director of the Breslov Research
Institute in Jerusalem, which is dedicated to the translation
and dissemination of the teachings of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov.
Other Jewish Lights books by the Breslov Research Institute
include: The Empty Chair: Finding
Hope and Joy—Timeless Wisdom from a Hasidic Master, Rebbe
Nachman of Breslov (adapted by
Moshe Mykoff); The Gentle Weapon:
Prayers for Everyday and Not-So-Everyday Moments—Timeless
Wisdom from the Teachings of the Hasidic Master, Rebbe Nachman
of Breslov (adapted by Moshe Mykoff
and S. C. Mizrahi); and 7th Heaven:
Celebrating Shabbat with Rebbe Nachman of Breslov (by Moshe Mykoff).
