"For tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews, Schneerson is simply 'the rebbe': the leader of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, even though he died in 1994."
"Hasidism began under the leadership of the 18th-century mystic and healer Israel ben Eliezer, known as the Baal Shem Tov, who emphasized joyful prayer and passionate devotion over strict adherence to Jewish law."
"Since 1940, however, Lubavitch has been based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, where its headquarters at 770 Eastern Parkway hold significant mystical symbolism for Lubavitchers worldwide."
"Lubavitch is one of the largest Hasidic groups today, with an estimated 90,000 members, showcasing a deep commitment to Jewish law and customs along with a unique spiritual approach."
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