Chabad - Controversies

Controversies

Chabad from its inception by Shneur Zalman of Liadi has been a counter-cultural movement within Hasidism, and has an interesting and varied history of controversies dating back to the 18th century.


Menachem Mendel Schneerson, his philosophy, deeds and legacy are often debated with the study of Judaism. Schneerson was criticized by some contemporary Jewish leaders, for his messianic focus. .

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