Shalom Dovber Schneersohn

Shalom Dovber Schneersohn, also known as the Rebbe Rashab, was the fifth Rebbe of the Chabad-Lubavitch Hasidic dynasty. He was born on November 20, 1860, in Lubavitch, Russia, and assumed leadership of the Chabad movement in 1882 following the passing of his father, Rabbi Shmuel Schneersohn. Under his guidance, Chabad-Lubavitch became a central force in the world of Jewish scholarship and Hasidic philosophy.

During his leadership, he established the Tomchei Temimim yeshiva in 1897, which was revolutionary in its integration of mystical and intellectual study, aiming to produce scholars deeply versed in both the revealed and hidden aspects of Torah. This institution became a model for Chabad yeshivas worldwide and significantly influenced Jewish education.

Rabbi Shalom Dovber was known for his profound spiritual insights and his systematic approach to Hasidic philosophy. He authored numerous works on Jewish thought, mysticism, and ethics, deeply influencing subsequent generations. He passed away on March 21, 1920, and left a lasting legacy through his teachings and leadership style, which continue to inspire the Chabad movement today.

Books

Chanoch Lanaar: The First Will of Rabbi Shalom Dovber Schneersohn of Lubavitch