Hassidim

Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community feels misunderstood. Here’s why - opinion

If haredim see that they are treated with understanding, respect, and sensitivity, they will more readily change and adapt in the service of the greater good

Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) people in Tel Aviv in June.
Gur Grand Rabbi Yaakov Aryeh Alter seen after a meeting of the Council of Torah Sages regarding the Haredi draft exemption bill in Jerusalem, January 7, 2026.

Gerrer Rebbe, anti-Zionist Satmar billionaire discussed ICJ action against Israel over haredi draft

 Thousands of Shluchim pose for a “class picture” outside Chabad World Headquarters

Will Chabad lead American Jewry? - opinion

The IDF arrests eight Palestinians in Mukhmas suspected of attacking Israelis, July 3, 2026.

IDF, Shin Bet arrest eight Palestinians suspected of assaulting Israelis in West Bank village


Shlepping Nachas: The four man Jerusalem hassidic reggae music band

After putting out several viral music videos in recent months, Shlepping Nachas is currently touring the US and has high hopes for the future – if that’s the divine plan.

 SHLEPPING NACHAS takes the stage.

The wedding that linked the Belz, Vizhnitzer hassidim together

According to the press, 10,000 invitations had been sent out. This was to be the wedding of a generation – perhaps one for the ages.

 THOUSANDS OF Belz Hassidim take part in the wedding ceremony of the Belz Rebbe’s grandson, in Jerusalem, 2018.

Baruch Lebovits, convicted Hassidic child abuser, dies at 71

Baruch Lebovits, a cantor from a prominent Hasidic family whose child abuse conviction shook up both his community and Brooklyn politics has died.

 The body of Baruch Lebovits, a convicted child abuser, is visible at his funeral in Jerusalem, July 4, 2022.

A tribute: Reuven Bruner, of blessed memory

Dr. Reuven (Bob) Bruner was one of the early promoters of physical fitness and healthy lifestyle for the English-speaking community.

 REUVEN BRUNER: 'Thank you, Reuven, for all you did for me, for turning my life around.'

Who are Judaism's great women hassidic leaders?

Women are undeniably part of the story of hassidism, on occasion playing key roles in the evolution of the movement

 WEDDING CEREMONY of the granddaughter of the Belz Rebbe. Mea She’arim, 2014.

Gur Hassidic factions fight for second night in a row, clash with police

Fighting between factions of the Gur Hassidic sect have taken place at different cities over the past few nights as tensions rise in the community.

 Grand Rabbi Yaakov Aryeh Alter of the Gur Hassidic Dynasty and Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men at the wedding of Grand rabbi Yaakov Aryeh Alter grandson in Jerusalem on February 19, 2019.

The Belzer Rebbetzin's blessings on conceiving children

This is a priceless document, reproduced here in English translation for the first time.

 A RECENT letter penned by Surah provides a window into her perspective looking back at those years.

Understanding the secret message of Rabbi Nachman

“Na, Nach, Nachma, Nachman m’Uman.” It’s a secret message, and if you repeat it, you are promised salvation, miracles and wonders.

 Reb Nachman’s followers drive through Jerusalem’s Geula neighborhood in a van decorated with his image and name.

Hassidic sect members arrested for attempting to sabotage Meron celebrations

A group of extremist hassidic sect members was arrested for attempting to sabotage infrastructure on Mount Meron.

 Israel Police forces arrest a member of an extremist hassidic sect on Mount Meron on May 17, 2022

Hassidic Jews made us all Ukrainian - opinion

The war in Ukraine reminds all Jews of the history of the Jewish people in Ukraine.

ULTRA-ORTHODOX JEWS pray next to the tomb of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov in Uman, Ukraine, last month.