Nachman of Breslov
Religious Leader
1772 – 1810
Who was Nachman of Breslov?
Nachman of Breslov, also known as Reb Nachman of Bratslav, Reb Nachman Breslover, Nachman from Uman, was the founder of the Breslov Hasidic movement.
Rebbe Nachman, a great-grandson of the Baal Shem Tov, breathed new life into the Hasidic movement by combining the esoteric secrets of Judaism with in-depth Torah scholarship. He attracted thousands of followers during his lifetime and his influence continues until today. Rebbe Nachman's religious philosophy revolved around closeness to God and speaking to God in normal conversation "as you would with a best friend." The concept of hitbodedut is central to his thinking.
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- Born
- Apr 4, 1772
Medzhybizh - Also known as
- Reb Nachman of Bratslav
- Reb Nachman Breslover
- Nachman from Uman
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- Spouses
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- Religion
- Judaism
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- Lived in
- Medzhybizh
- Died
- Oct 16, 1810
Uman
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on July 23, 2013
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