Shneur Zalman

Rabbi and founder of Chabad

Shneur Zalman - Thinkers & Philosophers born 1745
Born

1745
281 years ago

Died
Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Russia

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A prominent Russian rabbi and author, established the Chabad movement. The movement emphasized Jewish mysticism and outreach to Jews worldwide. Created the Tanya, a foundational text for the Chabad philosophy. His leadership contributed to the spread of Hasidism in Eastern Europe and laid the groundwork for future religious scholarship.

Founded the Chabad-Lubavitch movement

Authored the Tanya

Promoted Jewish mysticism and outreach

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