'"_~_ ...... ~,,_~ _~_• ..,« .... -"_~,;'~':;';~L".~';"" 10 - ,,(,HE JEWISH POST, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1977 .' .. THE JEWISH POST, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1,1977 - 11 "Fha Meaning of the Baat Shem Tov's, Life~ , Sul!mitted,by WARBI A. ALTEIN ,'Love every Jew' with' all your For a time, the BeShT. settled' tributes became the halimark of two camps, the OQassidim and, _" TbeJilting ',of Wendy. H. AbromoWitz , Ashkenazie SynagogIJe ," 'heart and souL" in Brody, where he married the Chassidism. the Misnagdim. By HARVEY ROSEN ' On Elul 18 in the' year 5458 He . became the ward of the' sister of a renowned scholar, Many people flocked to Bu~ he could also visualise the . ' Sports Editor engagement followed by the agreeable way to spend a Satur ordered, and the only minor hitch '(that's legal talk), are you not in (1698) the founder of Chassidism, co~unity' and received the Rabbi Abraham Gershon Mezibush and became ardent eventual victory of hi/! teachings In order to attempt to write merg.er of two peopl~ int? holy day evening than just sitting was that a precise dateowasn't accord that Wendy H. Rabbi Israel Baal ShemTov; customary education for Jewish Kutover. They had a son, Rabbi, followers of the BeShT. N~- and their ultimate acceptance by today's colUmn it was of matr~ony. Mte.r all IS said and around watching the Washington exactly set, but that would be no Abromowitz has a better than known by', the . abbreviation boys in those 'days. He enjoyed Zvi, and a daughter, Ade!. 'bered among the tholi'sands of his the Jewish people everywhere. necessity that I, consult my in- ~~~~: R\WO ~an live as cheaply as Capitals ,play the Montreal problem. If not a June wedding, even chance to have a "breach of "BeShT," was bom in the small spending' his free time in the For ten years from 1724 the disciples were some of the most When this came to pa~, the Canadians on "Hockey Night iii August isn't such a bad month. promise" suit laid on Nathan H. , ' , , fallible 894 page Reader's Digest· . gh~ I"" H , town of Akopin the Carpathian beautiful natural surroundings of BeShT led a secluded life. During highly esteemed, aM erudite BeShT taught, the ground would copy of You and the Law. The As' a se opes Canada." The Bride's Treat 51pkowitz? Mountains of Poland. his· lIative town, where his sen- this period, he received instruc- Rabbis and Taimudic'scholars of have been fully prepared for the ,lEigaI'text has held me in goOd time passed, N.H.L. ap~ - Why shouldn't he audit the To add a nice little touch, I rest my case. His birth came exactly, 50 yearsSitivesoul ,could appreciate the tion from Ahiya of Shilo, the an- the time. They helped to spread coming of the Moshiach. stead for several years now peare(J to. mellow. W.H.A. inter- books? Hasn't it long since been seeing W.H.A. 'and N.H.L. were aftei-the Chmieinickipogronll!. Iriajesiyof ~eCreaUon. cient prophet of King David's his teachings in their com- Rabbi Israel Baal SJtem Tov It is particularly beneficial as p~eted this. as a very positive proven advantageous to learn as hockey'fans, tlie bride and groom Post Patter: which had decimated, the Jewish ' Worked with Poor ' time, who appeared" regularly to munities, so that before long the ,passed away on the first day of an aid while watching courtroom sign. .Besldes, they weren't much about your future spouse atop the cake were to be decked • Here's one for the Guinness communities in the Ukraine, At "the , age 'of fourteen the the BeShT and taught him the new Chassidic movement spread Shovuos (Sivan 6) in the year dra~as on television. With text ~ quarreling as much as they 'had before the wedding than after? out in hockey uniforms. A sheer Sports Record Book: Last week Podolia, Volhynia' and Poland. ' Be8hT joined a' group of secrets of the ,Torah., Then in throughout Poland and the neigh- 5520 (1760), at the age-of Sixty- What N.H.L:'·saw was very in stroke of ,genius and a rather in Seattle, "Hurricane" Bender hand I am enfirely capable of novel idea. Whole' communities had been Nistitrim, 'the' f~lloY.[ers ,of Rabbi 1734, at the age of 36, he moved boring provinces. . two. He left no written works, but resolving the outcome' of half-' teresting. A marriage could scored a KO over Joey Velez, 'So wiped out, and" the, remaining Adam ,Baal Shem of Ropshitz. to the dty of Mezibush. Here he The first op~nopposition to ~he .his teachings a~d do.ctr.ines were prove to be a very satisfactory N.H.L. infonrted W.H.A. that it what! Bender is 76 years old and hour plots, nine minutes before was customary for the bride to Jews plunged into despair: The Their mission was to wander settled and' began to teach the BeShT arid hiS movement came recorded by his dISCiples and the finale .. and one hour presen arrangement. In addition, a few Velez is 51. The bout was part of .. effects of-this great disaster were from town to town, speaking with doctrines of Chassidus publicly. in 1755, some 20 years after he published in their works and in more concessions might be exac incur the entire cost of the wed a regular fight card ,and ad- tations within twenty minutes' of ted. It's the old rule, get as much ding. Including the liquor and , apparent when the BeShT ,was ' Rabbis, schoiars, poor workers' It must be remembered that, at began Iiis public work. But the special collections. their conclusion. . mission was charged. " born, and a large 'part of his life and wealthy businessmen, en- that time, Torah scholarship opposition could not stem the tide Soon, the breach between the HARVEVi , as you can before the marriage, fl0\,Vers. "Not to worry," she • Ernie Grunfeld of Tennessee is I -~------' was dedicated to :dleviating couraging and giving hope where_ alone was the path of Judaism - of the Chassidic moyemimt, Chass;dim and Misnagdim began Perry Mason the sole lawyer because later on you'll wish you pronounced. has finally signed a multi-year them. 'before there was only pessimism. the illiterate and unlearned were which. was gaining more and to heal, and the Chassidim were that tends to cause me hardship, -ROSEN' had. , ; A rather strange arrangement since he, has the tendency to pact with the NBA Milwaukee However, it would be wrong to Four years later, at the regarded as "second-rate" Jews. m(Jfe adherents. ,no longer suspected of heretical And, N.H.L., being older, wis!!r was to exist immediately after Bucks. With other first round suppose that Chassidism' was BeShT's suggestion, the Nistarim The Baal Shem Tov taught that ideas. Instead, they were summon more than th~ general and shrewder; realized that he the occasion. From early October draft choices, Marques' Johnson designed solely as a kind of assumed responsibility for the Judaism and Torah are the' Two Camps recognized as the pious represen- q1!-0~ of witnesses to offer was dealing with a comparatively until early April they would live of UCLA and Kent Benson of In spiritual medicine, necessary religious education of these 'Thus, in the final years of his tatives of traditional, Judaism. testimony. However;· that is naive wench. For several weeks apart. But come spring they diana, the Bucks, unlike, last when,one was ill, but' of nd'value communities. They organized life, the Baal Shem Tov'wit- Within fifty. years, half the ; totally irrelevant to the matter at he led her down the garden path. ' would reunite. As the years season, will probably make the for the healtl;!y. !twas an impor~ suitable schools and provided, nessed the beginning of' the Jewish population of Eastern hand. in the past. The more they began And occasionally off of it. And passed they )Vould begin to see playoffs. tant teacqing of the Baal Shem pious, qualified, teachers for struggle which later, for a time, Europe belonged to the Chassidic In order to demonstrate my to communicate with one what transpired in that instance more and more of each other un • Notes from the Twin Cities: dexterity ,as a non-practicing, another, the more they learned Tov that Chassidism was vital for them, paying speeral attention to divided the .Jewish, people into movement. ,/ c~nnot be mentioned in a family til they finally merged as one. No Baseball fever is high in Min self-styled text-book lawyer, I that they had much in common. the spiritual well-being of every the needs of the poor. ne,wspaper. problem. Time passes quickly neapolis with the Twins a definite shall present for you one Problems of .a similar' nature - when you're ,in love. And besides, contender in the American Jew. , Mter the death of Rabbi Adam property of all Jews;' that every hypothetical case, lflvolving N.H.L. a Cad For All Jews Baal Shem, the Baal Shem Tov Reform the high cost, of living and in "love conquers all." Doesn't it? League West. I' witnessed the Jew, regardless of station or Classified "breach of promise." flation -' began to surface. Both Needless to say, he, pledged his Well gentle reader, this tale of I 1\ , ,recent seven game home stand The teachings ,on which was elected to serve as the leader background or endowments, is A Sad Story could relate to wily creditors, undying love as he cajoled her in . Chassidism is based Were known of the Nistarim. He directed the Explained against the Mariners, Orioles, perfe,ctly capable of serving G-d; One upon a time there was a poor self image, and a lack of to promising that everything she and Red Sox. The finale versus previously to a select fe~, but ilie establishment of chadorim for the and that "ahavas Yisroel" must BABYSITTER NEEDED cavalier fellow by the name of had was his and all that he (Fourth of a Series) Reliable, mature-minded, per-" self confidence. Boston drew over 32,000 fans. time had come for them to be young an,d yeshivos for the older embrace the willingness to Nathan H. ljpkowitz and a young N.a.L., being older and more possessed might never be \lers. SPORTING transmitted to Jews as a whole. boys in hundreds of communities. Q: If dietary practices are son to baby,-sit one-year-old in Contract hassles with Bostock sacrifice oneself for the good of referred to in the' Bible, . why but innocent girl named Wendy old-fashioned, suggested that And despite this apparent and Hisle won't do much for The Baal Shem Tov's mission As a second objective, the another Jew. , our home in River Heights. Two discrepancy, their boundless love TOUCH , , should not Reform Judaism, in to four afternoons a week. H. Abromowit~ Due to their perhaps there had been some team morale. Twins are most was to, begin this work and to Nistarim focused on raising the Prayer is Vital lengthy names l' shall herewith positive growth in their relation- would grow and prosper. establish the' roots of Chassidism masses from the morass of' sist upon their observance? " References required - experien , ; anxious to retain the services of He urged that worship is vital refer to ~them simply by their , ship 'and that they might be hap W.H.A. was so enamoured of from which it would develop as ignorance to the heights of Torah. A: The dietary practices do not ce with young children preferred. Rod Carew also, an'd with recent in..the1full life of every Jew; that represent moral, principles in' initials, N.H.L. and W.H.A. pier living together than apart, N.H.L. that she was prepared to happiness and joy turns out to be national acclaim he wori't come an intrinsic part of Jewish life. The BeShT came into the religious potential of prayer Please phone 475-4984. , When they first met it wasn't as long as she was prepared to go entirely into debt. At her ex- one of woe and deceit. After At the age of five the Baal possession of manuscripts which Jewish life. Their origin and cheap either. Twin fans gave . is incalculable. Prayer, however, purpose are shrouded in uncer- one of those rare encounters that accomodate him with a pense she would build an entirely N.H.L. used her so badly, he future Hall of Farner Brooks Shem Tov became an orphan. His had belonged to Rabbi Adam is not petitioning G-d to grant a you view often in movies reasonable sized dowry. She, new mansion and tear down the tossed her ashle. As a matter of father, a pious and saintly man, Baal Shem. These revealed many , tainty and their significance in APT. FOR RENT Robinson a standing ovation request, though that is one end ,of Very. comfortable 1 bedroom whereby "boy meets girl" .and being rather desperate to "tie the old one. Money was no rlbject. fact he not only didn't arrive for left him this legacy: "My son, be Kabbalistic secrets which he , modern Jewish life has frequen when Baltimore was in town af prayer, but cleaving - ,the tly been reduced to what furnished apartment for rent. both instantly hear wedding bells. knot,'!.. indicated that his request Now according to,my law text: the ceremony on time, he didn't ter he was taken off the active not afraid of anyone but G-d. studied avidly. feeling of .oneness with G-d; the "The engagement of a man and shOiV up at all. And she stood '\' 'Reform considers form without from October 15, 1977 till May 1, Rather it was a case of "hate at was certainly not unreasonable. roster. Manager Earl Weaver -' .,'. stat,e of the ,soul.whell man gil/es meaning. Reform JUdaism' does 1978. -Fo!' appointment call from first sight." Mter all, most folks in our woman to marry is a legally bin- th~re at the al~ar alone, disap '" " I.. ,1.;' _I'.! :.~.JP commented: "I can talk with the ~ " /- " . >, . " , '-.: . up , ': the,:-:Conscioll!lIles~h !llf " ,,l;!is not oppose' dietary'" 'practices: "10:00it.m.';"12~00 llOon"ahd"5:00 ,N .H.L., fully' enjoying his 11!l<;ietyrmlf.n'. lli!l'~ ~t ,better, to ding contract with its own rights pointed, and disillusioned. , best of them. Then how come I separate existence ,and joins him and ;obligations. It contains the Now according to page 158: "A whi~ have religious significan p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at 339-9528. " bachelorhood and having the field live together and be miserable don't have the words to tell how I PRIVATE 'SWIMMING, LESSONS self to the eternal being of G-d. ce for those who observe them.' entirely to himself, preferred to than to live apart and be mutual promise 'I will marry you judge obviously cannot, order' a feel about Brooks Robinson? No Such a state produces a type of if you will marry me' - and, like man and a woman to stay in EXPERT IN~TRUCTION Q: May anyone be a member of LOCKSMITH be left alone. W:H.A. was, miserable? Misery does love one else can know what that man indescribable joy ,- simcha - a Reform congregation? Bonded-Experienced. Quality however, most persistent. She company, you know. ,-- , any 'pro,mise,lt" is enforceable ,in love, nor. can he make them get did for me. He never missed a CALL AF"l'ER· 5 P.M. . . . which is a necessary ingredient A: Membership in a Reform locks. Dead Bolts. Nice in became somewhat of a pest and N.H.L. coyly suggested to the courts.; ... Although few people married. Also it is not his duty to sign, never asked me why I had in the true worship of G-d. Sim congregation is open to all adult stallations. Reasonable rates: would often encroach upon his' W.H.A. that he would prefer to realize it, th~, law says tnat if a penalize the person refusing to him taking on ,a 3-0 count. He LEIBL!; HERSHFIELD cha shel .mitzvah - Joy in the Jews. In most congregations, David at Security Lock. 888-7758. private domain. At times they, become better acquainted with woman introiluces a man to the marry, nor to soothe the feelings never asked. He did1t. I cried perfofl!lance. of a commandment would quarrel and acknowledge the dowry before completing any public as her fiance and he of the injured party. Rather, iUs " ~HONE 489.425·4 the family is the unit of mem this morning and that's no bull. I - and warmth and affection in bership. This gives full and each other in a very demeaning agreement. Since marrillge .was doesn't dispute it, he cannot deny the role of the courts to make cried from the heart because this dealing' With others, these at- COMP,ANION FOR TRIP fasllion. But hope springs eternal aimost an obsessioll with W.H.A., at a later date that they are sure the jilted person is repaid equal rights to men and to , Need female companion or 'man won't play baseball again." ,women and regards minor and we all know that there is a she consented willingly. engaged;' If you -don't believe for any loss caused by the couple to help drive to Los thin line between love and hate. Examining the Dowry me, it's, on 'page 156. breaking of the contract by the childr~n as members by virtue Angeles, California - leaving Oc At first all W.H.A. wanted was Consequently she permitted 'All appeared ready. The other party." Keep in touch with The Spor of their parents' affiliation. tober 15, 1977~ Please call '339- ting Touch: 1053 Sinclair St. R2V Q:' Do Reform rabbis welcome a meaningful relationship; then N.H.L. to peruse a ledger or two. caterer was contacted, the dance Now based upon the evidence 9528. perhaps there might be a short Mter all, that's certainly a more band hired, a wedding, cake was- that ,you have just' examined 2Y4. '" converts to Judaism? "_ , " We extend sincere A: Anyone who seeks sincerely to understand' and accept HOUSE FOR SALE House for sale in Loni Beach, Judaism may turn to II Reform rallbi for instruction in and con-, Gimli. Older 3 bdrm. home on lin COnfronts Vietnam War lots. lin blocks from lake.' Ideal deal with the rEllationship bet Neyv Year Greetings version to Judaism .. By HERBERT G. LUFf shock, gross inequities and soul-, The five young leads are com- The 'Boys in Company C for home {lr cottage:, Ph. 1-642- \yeen studio head Louis B. Mayer i reach,es its climax with a soccer ,", 5468. . Hollywood Correspondeut tflSting' frustrations. Realistically 'pletely unknown, though Andrew ~' " , and the fabulous Irving Tmtlberg, . Sidney J. Furie, the Toronto-' 'recreated were not only the bat- Stevens is the son of actress match on the Vietnamese New " iny~ntive genius of Hollywood 'born director who' rose to fame tlefields of Que-Son, Lon, Cay, Da Stella Stevens, and Michael Lem Year holiday at Quang Tri bet to our many BEST WISHES ' ~uying ",I" SeJIing responsible for many of the great ,For personalized real estate ser with the British-made thrliler The Nang and Con Diem, but also the beck the son of comedian Harvey ween the' South Viet' Security .;.' Police Dragons and the Muthuhs MGM pictures, such as Grand for a vice, Please call Esther Weinstein Ipcress File (Michael Caine) bas docks at Saigon teeming with Lembeck. A one-time Marine . Hotel with Greta Garbo and of Royal Trust Co. at 339-9251 or completed,- entirely on location 'in vendors, beggars and hustlers. drill instructor whose Vietnam Mutiny on the Bounty with Clark Jewish Cu~tomers the Philippines, The. Boys in Rough Language wounds ,cost him his military HAPPY nlEW YEAR Res. 339-2635 or 943-M89, Pager No. Gable and Charles Laughton. 112. " , Company C, the first motion pic- The screenplay by Rick Natkin career was hired to whip the , LUFT'S Meyer and Thalberg also is ture about fighting men in the "and Furie is as explosive as Ii young players into acceptable recreatirig the glamorous era of Chas.'-J. Soloway, Vietnam War to hit the screen neatly delive,red left hook. The' looking marines. Furie fibned " HOLLYWOOD an~ friends .. PA,RKWAY SQUARE, G,ARDEN the film capital of the 1920s and B.Se., 0.0. since the 1973 cease-fire. ,language II! "advance latrine," a The Boys in Company C in script , 19308. CITY - PRICE REDUCED Furie, who hails from a Jewish ~Iear, cathartic profanity of men sequence, from the inductiqn , Oscar Soloway PRIVATE SALE family, entered TV and fiims at m war. PaSSion, anger, love, through rigid' basic, training into of CQmpany C. The boys are told Groucho Marx, who died here B.Se., 0.0. \ 7 room execntive bung., L the age of 21 with such pictUres hate, compassion, cruelty, earthy comba~ something rarely to throw the match in the interest recently at the age of 86, ap -';O:'i;PTO=;-;METR==IS=TS= shaped living room-dining room, as Dangerous Age and A Cool laughter ,and jJ!llgle sweat possible in today's motion pic of inter-allied, harmony but this peare~ in Irwin Allen's very first , cathedral ceilings. 3· bdrms and Sound from Hell. He' went to ,emerge with tingling vitality. tures. doesn't sit t{>o well: -J)urin'g the picture, Double Dynamite' CLINICAL OPTICAL den. 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