I am an African American man, who was raised in Crown Heights - my mother lived there until the day she died, at the age of 92. This video made me very emotional because I saw my ‘friends’ opening their hearts and homes and culture to the Internet world. Thank you, everyone.
I think Jews and African Americans have a natural bond being that we have for so long been oppressed by other people we have developed a sense of understanding for each other's struggles. My best wishes to you and have a happy new year!
@@elijah9253 I think that's because both wanted to live in any community but on their rules. For example your guest wants to do what he wants and he doesn't care about you. In your home. You kick him out from home. He would cry that he is being oppressed. That is jew.
I lived on Eastern Pkwy for 11 years, about 3 blocks away from this major synagogue. I’m also black. I was truly fascinated by the Hasidic community and wanted to know more about their culture. However, they’re extremely insular and very rarely interact with others. They’re def not approachable lol (my experience obviously but not saying they’re all like that... my cousin’s Hasidic neighbors were super cool). ! Anyway, at least they open up to this guy, interesting to see.
I’ve watched youtube for years and I think this is the kinda of content we need on this platform, original and feels very realistic. Your channel is the best channel I’ve found in years
Being a Muslim and lived for a while near utrecht Brooklyn a place designated to orthodox jews, I really respect them following their ideological beliefs. What I most respectful about them is the remembrance of God. Love and peace for all and hatred for none.
@Trav Hat I am real and a proud Muslim. No religion teaches hatred, transgression, disrespecting to any fellow human being, I believe from my limited knowledge. Humanity is the biggest lesson of the divine scriptures whether it is Islam, Judaism, Christianity etc. Your religion is your choice and you're free to choose whatever deems appropriate to you, but for me it is obligatory to respect you and love you to seek Almighty blessings. We dont know each other but the words of kindness would remain part of our delightful memories. So peace and blessings be on you
This has broken the barrier of my understanding of your culture and religion. I kinda understand how my ethnic community lost its way and our culture diluted so much.
So the Torah is basically a guidebook for a happy life? like what I mean is (and forgive me because I'm just trying to understand it) it is basically a book about how people are and this is how to live your best life?
Know that your skepticism of Western culture is greatly influenced by the perspective you see in Western media or maybe from your education, I dont know what you are taught. The majority of people, if not interested, dont feel any kind of resentment towards your way of life. It seems to me that often when someone is interested and asks questions or makes observations, jews generally are quick to take a more defensive approach. I dont know if this is a part of jewish culture, but that is the only lets say incomprehensible thing about jews from a non-religious Western person’s point of view.
I only wish that the rest of America had this kind of structure...not necessarily Jewish, but family and home oriented...we have a lot we could learn from this culture....
As a Jewish women I just want to thank you so much for all your videos about us. The positivity in the comments are just amazing thank you to every kind person here!
Wonderful to learn about all the different ways of thinking and communities in the world from this channel. One common goal in everything seems to be peace, care and understanding - absolutely what communities are about.
As a non jewish and non religious person I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary and thank Peter and all the families who allowed him ( and us ) into their homes and communities. This documentary answered a lot of questions I'd had rattling around in my head for years. Thank you to everyone involved
We Christian have Jewish roots.. and the first century to 3rd century Christian had Jewish customs .. and the catholic church took out does tradition and killed most Christian... we need to go back to our roots
@@wambooislustigram5789 European Americans know what part of Europe they came from, Italian Americans, Anglo Americans, German Americans etc. African is used because a lot of African Americans want to be connected to their roots as best they can.
There are many similarities between this and Islam in a way.. The rules , the boundaries , having Torah/Quran as a guide book , staying away from your wife during her period. That's very interesting
🤓🤓🤓 This was honestly beautiful. I was raised and born in Williamsburg Brooklyn. My father a private cab driver for the jews, and i have met jews in person many times over. Amazing people they are and i didn't know much of their way of thinking. But thanks to this channel and documentary this has been an enlightening experience for me. Wow truely something so opposite and positive from the negative things people say. People fear a community when they don't understand it. Thanks for the content keep it up. From brooklyn with love! 🤓
Coming from Williamsburg Brooklyn, born and raised, I greatly appreciate this. I lived in Boro Park also for 7 years. Jews are not what people make them out to be. I love their way of life.
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to the white man that calls himself a jew
Frankly as a Muslim from Pakistan I feel very positive about this video and the credit goes to maker too... Content like this can really help to build bridges over indifferences
Imagine every 6 days we all had thanksgiving & we focused our time in that moment not to be self centered but, to give & be with ones family with no outside noise. Powerful.
@@smsandel I am not a Jew but from 2017 I have been observing Torah. I was a Seventh-day Adventist before this. Their aren't many Jews in my country because I live in Jamaica. I read Complete Jewish bible and Orthodox Jewish Bible.
I have no idea how I, a 53 year old Christian woman from Eastern Kentucky, ended up here but I'm so glad I did. What warm, welcoming people the Hasidic Jews are! I love this !!!
@@wlkbeastmode-issiap.346 Because they're smart enough to know that we are all God's children and Jesus existed to teach us this, was crucified for giving us the true path to returning to our higher Father and has now been disrespected to the highest degree and had his teachings misused and hidden by the church so they can charge top dollar for your salvation that only you can craft for yourself, not relying on one man who's experienced more than enough grief for all eternity to come save you
@@wlkbeastmode-issiap.346 I think Jesus can handle it. Remember that Paul wrote in the Epistle to the Romans: Christians must not think that they, as wild olive branches grafted onto the cultivated olive tree of Israel, are better than the cultivated branches that grow on that tree naturally. Peace.
Exactly why I Got rid of it all… I wasn’t present … I want to be present at all times. Everyone now is chin down to phones and I’m not Going to be that person
Alas, if not for social media, I would not have been able to view the wonderful videos Peter makes, nor could I have spent this time with all these fantastic folks, however, he is absolutely correct, I have replaced real people in my life with those on the internet, I am in the process of changing that, because the internet is quite as addictive as the alcohol I consumed to excess 37 yrs ago, That being said, I am in need of finding a way to enjoy what is offered without the excess. I pray for the safety and well being of all those who have been kind enough to share their lives with us, in these very troubled times. I have only discovered this, here, in June 2024
That's because his only agenda is to educate (himself and us) - the media needs to sway you one way or the other and slants it to appease their advertisers. Peter's Amish series is fantastic as well.
Thank you for doing this. I am not Chassidish, but I am an Orthodox Jew and I live in Brooklyn. My family thinks I’m crazy for having become religious in my 30’s. They don’t understand what this world is like from the inside. They only know the Secular way of life. They don’t understand that we really are like a big family. If I’m in trouble, I can literally approach any Religious Jew around me to ask for help, and they will stop what they are doing and help me, as I would for them. We have our issues, like all people do. No one individual is perfect. No group is perfect. But our mission is to strive to improve ourselves, improve our world, and behave how Hashem wants us to behave. It’s so nice to finally see something in the media that doesn’t paint us as anti-social monsters.
I come from a secular Italian Jewish family, we're proudly secular, proudly Italian and most importantly proudly Jewish. My uncle became Chabad when he was 20 (he's now 60) and of course it was strange in the beginning for my grandparents, but first they accepted it, then they understood, finally they rejoyced. We don't need the same nusach or the same beliefs to love each other, that's the beauty of Judaism! Chazak Ve'emats
You don’t have a wedding with 7,000 people there during this time no 1was Social distancing or wore any masks if we have to wear masks and social distance so do they
@@BecomingAMan That's a very relaxed meaning of racism. I've been invited to Shabbat meals in CH with Moroccan Jews and Taimani Jews and they're pretty dark skinned.
its shamefull to speak bad languge in jewdism ....by the way we say all "lashon arah lo medaber helaei" its mean "bad languge not speaking to me" and we try all day not to say bad words and not only that its mean also not speak on other people and shame there name bihind they back its kind of bad luck fot us if we do ...
Yes! I now find myself saying "Wow, God!" when I look up my street and see the beautiful mountains, or look into my son's eyes. Appreciation for everything, I was reminded of this by that young man.
Well done, I'm a brother living in Brooklyn, never had an issue with a Jewish person while living in New York for over 15 years. Nice to take a peek into their world. Keep up the great cultural sensitization work.
@@robertdimarzio4490 read "Moses and Monotheism" by Sigmund Freud. When it comes to not being liked by a whole group of people - I'm always suspicious as to the validity of a statement like that yet there may be some truth to what you say. I guess I'm used to being hated to the extent that it doesn't impact me the same way it might you: I'm more concerned with 'why' people hate, where did it come from?
This and the Omish series actually made me think about my own life, decisions, morals, etc. It makes me want to be a better person. Wow, God really works in mysterious ways.
@@NK-bc5xw Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven and the only way to salvation. He’s the only one who’s alive while Mohammed is dead, talk to him and see. He will reveal himself to you. Allah can’t even enter his own creation what makes you think he can save you from your sins?
The replies on this comment are literally a Jew a Christian and a Muslim walking into a bar lol. It really reflects how the other 2 Abrahamic religions preach and convert yet judaism doesnt
@@joshberman9318 hhahaha shokran Josh ur the best 🙏🏻🙏🏻. if you ever thought about visiting, you’re welcome to stay in my house anytime you want and I insist Bless you ♥️
Thanks for the pure truth! I always have love for Jewish community. They went through a lot throughout history, but they are still standing united. God bless the Jewish community where ever they are. ❤
Beautifully filmed, I'm Jewish and I love how you've jumped right in to try and learn about our religion and culture in so many different levels. Thank you for showing the world the real truth about orthodox Jews. Keep filming
As someone from the neighborhood right next to Crown Heights, specifically Bed-Stuy, I’ve always seen these people around and genuinely wanted to know more about them. Your three episodes answered a lot of the questions that I’ve had for decades.
I'm about 4 zip codes away, sometimes I walk the area n sometimes wonder if they would embrace my HELLO. I'm hesitant, due to what if my smile/hello isn't welcomed. Being a gentile, I'm open-minded to others lifestyle. Interesting n cool vid. (1 day I'll say HELLO)
Damian, you talk about the Lubavitch neighborhood. Of course they would answer you with a smile. They built the whole movement around outreach. It's a cool place.
@@drinkwatereatmelons7048 I think there were tours given at 770 Eastern Parkway. pre covid, as a public invitation to understand the Lubavitcher community.. ..you might want to inquire if they are still being given..
This was so intresting. The gentleman who explained marriage relationships is charming and well spoken. I liked learning from him about intimate relationships between Husband and Wife. It is a very respectful and loving practice.
I am a Muslim and I always wanted to know more about our Jewish brethren. I am really surprised how similar we are in how we do things and in our thinking! Given this, I really don't understand why our communities are not closer. Thank you so much for these videos, I loved watching and learning from them.
We used to be a tight community bro, this has changed just over the last couple decades. My look on it its because of the portrayel of each other on media.
The Evil One wants all Believers and lovers of the Holy One to be divided and hate each other, and preferably to have them do so 'in the name of' The Holy One. If we cultivate our knowledge of the Holy One within ourselves, we will not be deceived.
I'm an atheist and probably will never be religious and never was, but the way these Jews (and many other religious people) live makes a lot of sense and is probably healthier than most people's lives.
I love how beautifully you portrayed this community, culture and religion in this series. I was particularly impressed by how mature and articulate the younger participants were!
This is my first time watching your channel. I want to thank you for producing a respectful, informative and sensitive series about chassidic Jews. As an Orthodox Jew (not chassidic and grew up conservative), there is in general such a negative representation in the media and unfortunately it affects all Jews. When there is a documentary such as yours which is informative and respectful it affects all Jews positively, especially during a time of rising antisemitism. So really thank you 😊
Me as a jew,I'm so grateful to you, for making these amazing videos. I am so happy that people finally get a little glimpse of who we are, thanks again❤☮
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to yhe white man that calls himself a jew
I’m half jewish, so to speak, and I live in a neighborhood outside of Philadelphia that has very large orthodox and Hasidic population. It really is super beautiful to watch. The people in apartment next door do all of their religious traditions in their backyard. I listen to their singing often. It’s very relaxing. You almost feel very protective of them. Watching them walk up and down the street with their big families!
@@jeep7612 Converts are allowed in Judaism, it's just not encouraged. There are many Jewish converts, here is one (the singer). ua-cam.com/video/pJbLcAPj18o/v-deo.html
I'm a mexican/American Christian & yo because of these 3 videos I have nothing but love & respect for jews... That lil boy in the 2nd video is sooo wise for his young age I just wanted to shake his hand & call him my brotha... Thanks for these videos and these great loving people.. One love God bless you all..
Your three Hasidic episodes were filled with profound wisdom! Thank You. By the way, I have two computer screens; one with your UA-cam channel, and on the other screen, I write notes on what stands out to me in your channel. The notes are there to push me to write out (flesh out) and know more fully. I am able to express more clearly in my words. I am able to polish my thoughts (faith, theology, philosophy) and then integrate them into my life.
We need to take a few more lessons from bani Israel tbh. We should also do Sabbath style, no smart phone no computer no electric, and spend time with family/our children.
@@temptemp4174 yep. As a chasidic Jew myself, sabbath is a taste of heaven when your cut off from the world and your free to focus on connecting to God and being with your family
It makes me sad that such a beautiful people have had to face so much torment and cruelty from the wider population for centuries. What a wonderful way to live - just kind, considerate and loving. The entire world could learn a lot from this way of life ♥️
I am not a Jew, but I feel a lot of us were more like this in the old days. I remember we had Saturday or Sunday dinner with my grandparents EVERY week. We didn't have cell phones and we had to put video games away and we just were together. All the neighbors knew each other on the block and neighboring blocks. People weren't afraid.
So true grew up in NYC when we played in the streets. Neighborhoods were safe and we stayed in groups. So sad children live in front of a screen hardly socialize.
@@sandragregg9079 Yup. I'm from Chicago. I grew up right on the cusp of both worlds. I can still remember a time as a little boy in the 80s when the only computers I saw were on tv or in movies. No cellphones no nothin'. Walk to the library, ride your bike around, go door to door with your cousin or brother and ask if every kid on the block, and the next block and the next block could come out and play. By the end of it we'd have 20 kids.
Those were days we didn't know EVERYTHING (like now) about things , and , what we did know was good enough to live. . . even though those days make it difficult to remember as life was then easier , it's contribution to the world we now live in is huge
@@The_Gallowglass I don't know about that , in South Africa our electricity goes off at five pm and stays off all night to give criminals a chance to rob us , and our police department do nothing unless you have gone to another department first and got a load of documents to give them so they can take their time helping you in time you have to face being bullied by others. The stress of the kind of life we are all trying to cope with is extremely harmful to our health , no matter where you are living in the World the domino effect is happening and you will be effected or watch someone be effected. . . I respect Judaism ✡️ one hundred percent , that is where the truth about life is
Born and raised in NYC, believing the majority of the Jewish community were selfish and rude (and terrible drivers) this has really broadened my perspective. Thank you for allowing us into your everyday lives. Peace and love to you all.
Sadly I’ve discovered that someone can be sweet and a nice person in everyday life, and yet be a total terror behind the wheel. lol. So these people may still be horribly impatient drivers. One can hope not though. :)
Born and raised on the Westside. I worked on Broadway in high school part time and after I started college, until I flunked out and got drafted! I made many friends working on Broadway, when I was drafted these friends gave me a going away party. The outpouring of concern and love was overwhelming, it was very moving and emotional for a 20 year old draftee during Vietnam. During my time in he Army this group of people sent me care packages, which were very welcome. Of course it was packed with NYC stuff, Yahoo,Motza,Lindser Tarts and tons of other goodies. The part that I like to share, most of these people who sent me care packages and goodies were Jewish! When people asked me about my packages, I told them the packages were from my Jewish Family in show business!
Gosh..... I'm thinking that this 3-part series is absolutely the very BEST information that I've ever watched on UA-cam! I'm of the Christian faith... & I'll have to say that I feel very informed, BLESSED & uplifted by investing some time watching these 3 videos! God bless all!
Im an RN and worked for many hospitals but decided to go into privatized Addiction treatment ctrs as an addiction Rn the most generous kind owners and bosses I’ve ever had were the orthodox owners and company i worked for... ive since moved on due to moving but to this day i still feel they were the best to their staff employees and overall were great!!! Cannot say anything bad about this community always blessings ✨💫🌙🦋
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to yhe white man that calls himself a jew
@@bluechex7881 Are you saying these folks evicted the father who has black families, so kids with different women? Or you implying these folks are cause of the black fathers who abandon their kids creating all the single moms? Or that these folks caused the father of black families not to pay rent? Come on son.
62 Yr old Catholic Anglo Irish man in london What wonderful people friendly kind and gracious people you are all a credit God bless you all I was truly moved..
Take the Tube up to Golders Green or Hendon one weekday and walk around. Have a meal in a kosher restaurant (when we can again). It is just like Brooklyn!
And there is another series about the community in Manchester that is worth a watch if you haven't seen it. It will show you the diversity of the Orthodox Jewish community, which is something that I don't think he has realized exists yet. Chassidim are easy to pick out of a crowd. Other Orthodox Jews blend in more. Check out the show (sorry I can't think of the name--I will look for it if you are interested tho. Just let me know!)
True, as a Muslim I really enjoyed watching these series..! As different communities we should interact much more in order to understand, respect and tolerate each other as human beings
I loved this whole series. I’m orthodox but not chassidish and it was very nice to see into their life and the beautiful way they presented it. Thank you for caring to portray our communities in its true image and not distorted by the bias of the media. Also really love reading the warm comments in these videos. So nice when people from all walks of life bring love and warmth to each other.
@@GigiAbbi-cu9qn the best way to believe in Gd is to learn science in depth and then you will realize how this world was created with so much brilliance.
I am a Christian and I grew up in a Jewish neighborhood. Never had any issues growing up, only help, kindness and a lot of fun. Advice and help I got from my Jewish friends aided me greatly in life in many ways.
This is one of the best documentaries I have seen. A real insight into how a culture and it’s people live and what they believe. Brilliant work. Thank you Peter from the United Kingdom.
Just to clarify--there are Ashkenaz AND Sephardic Chassidim. Even though the Chassidic movement started in Poland and technically with Ashkenazim, the movement spread and grew and now there are probably just as many Sephardic Chassidim across the world.
The controlled abstinence is beautiful! All give and take, moderation, balance, appreciation. Much better than the standards we set for relationships today!!
Loved this series. I’d never met a Jewish person till I was 25 and went to work at a Jewish summer camp. Had a great time, learned a lot and found them extremely nice.
@@ralphieg9001 What 😳 So if I hold Bible study or Church in my house 🏠...I do not have to pay property taxes??? Please explain...I am struggling with taxes 😫
As a woman, I am all for the whole post period spa thing. The man doesn't pressure the wife for sex and let's her deal with her period, cramps, bloating on her own. And then they meet up afterwards. Thank you so much for making these videos and thank you to everyone who participates. You are appreciated. ❤
Just to add- they don't just "meet up" after. They're still together the 2 off weeks, just without any contact. More time to focus on the emotional side, talking, etc.
@@Nigrol750 This isn't exactly true. Yes, there are families that have over 10, but even in the hassidic world, the average is around 7. Now I'm not hassidic, so I can only speak for the orthodox world. There, women aren't forced to have any large # of kids. The biblical command is only to have 1 boy and 1 girl, so the rules are ore strict until that point is reached. But every child after that is still a huge mitzva, so having big families is definitely encouraged. In many cases, the woman wants to have a big family as well (sometimes even more so than the husband). There are also exceptions made for women who can't handle at the time for physical/emotional reasons.
I think many woman don't want to engage during their monthly, but that doesn't mean they don't still want or need affection from their spouse. I don't like that they label the woman as "unpure" during this time. It places a connotation that because a woman has menstruation it makes her bad. Why couldn't a husband hug his wife everyday?
I love this video. Thank you for an inside view. My personal opinion after watching this is If we lived more like the Jewish community we would have less problems in the world. God Bless and protect us all.
From a Louisiana boy, a spiritual but not religious man who knows nothing about life.... every person I saw in this community was so wise and balanced, we need that in the world! Give thanks for sharing your beautiful way of life!
Beautiful series, very well done!! I’m from the Hasidic community in Williamsburg and I have to say, you did an amazing job capturing the atmosphere and spirit from our town in a positive way. I’d like to add just one more detail that I think might prove interesting for those interested in these subjects, here goes: Hasidic Judaism was founded by the bal Shem tov (Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer) a little more than 200 years ago, with no more than a few followers , where it ultimately became the empire It is today. It’s fundamental teaching (and the thing they appealed to most of it’s adherents) was that Judaism is for everyone, not just for the academics and very spiritually invested. Whereas till then you were only considered a “true jew” if you fell in any of the above categories, the bal shem tov thought his people that being a true Jew means incorporating god in whatever it is you do, no matter how lowly or insignificant the deed may seem. (This naturally caused a very long winding and heated conflict between the “Hasiddim” and “misnagdim” (which literally translates to “the opposers”, people who rejected Hassidus on account of it being a new form of Judaism,and not going in according to previous traditions.), but that’s a topic innate of itself. The teaching of hassidus is heavily based on “Kabbalah”, a study that was first introduced to Judaism with the discovery of the zohar, which legend had it was written by Rabbi shimon bar yochai, (a sage who lived in the era of the “ta’naaim”) who’s said to have received all his knowledge from god himself when he was hidden in a cave for 13 years hiding from the Roman Empire. (Many of Jewish greats and scholars rejected this claim, and instead insisted that the zohar was written by “moses de Leon”, a poor teacher (and Kabbalah student) who lived in the 14’th century and tried (successfully so) to make a living by going around and selling these books, a claim which is universally accepted by almost all modern scholars and academics. However it should be, there are still to this day many many sects of communities that live based off these teachings (as evidenced by this mini series ), but there is another “version” or approach to Judaism, which is what I wanted get to this whole time (sorry, I tend to get carried away 🙈), and that’s the rationalist approach. Channeled first by rabbi saadia gaon, and later on adopted by greats such as Maimonides (in his book ‘guide for the perplexed’) and Gersonides(‘War of the lord’), this approach aims to explain Judaism within the framework of Greek philosophy (and in today’s days; science). Whereas “Kabbalah” Judaism ( or mystical Judaism) will tend to explain Judaism and the world with “unnatural” concepts such as “the supernatural”, astrology, demons etc..., rationalist Judaism rejects all this, and aims to explain Judaism through the pure rationale of the human mind, within the framework of Judaism and science. The latter approach was ( and is still ) rejected by many in the Jewish world, for many different reasons, (another very complicated and highly controversial topic), yet somehow managed to survive and is in some communities (although not many) the structure and way of life, raising their generations in accordance to the above. My point with all this is, that if you’re someone watching, and think that “although this community’s way of life is very nice, But I still don’t understand the logic behind all this”, just know that their are other explanations out there for all the different things we do, as well as very Well thought out rationales for general concepts such as god, after life, etc.. and maybe you’ll find what you’re looking for “over there”. I apologize for this very long read, but I just had to get this out my system 😁. Thanks again for such a wonderful series, and for those of you who made it all the way to the finish, congrats! 🏆😀
This content was so wholesome. All too often we are led to believe only what the mainstream media shows us, but this was so genuine. Thank you for teaching us about this beautiful community!
Thank you for making these videos. A couple of clarifications: what the guy at the end was saying about DNA testing and "matches," that's not what he meant. They're testing for carriers of certain genetic diseases that developed among some European Jewish groups because they lived in segregated communities for centuries. They want to make sure that both members of a couple aren't carrying mutations that might result in children who have these illnesses (for example, one is called Tay-Sachs disease). Another point: when the guy was describing the rules around married couples, he talked about women being impure if they're menstruating. The word "impure" means *ritually* impure, not impure like they're dirty. Also, men are also considered ritually impure if they have a seminal emission. They also have to do certain rituals to remove ritual impurity (according to their belief). I don't know why he said that women who go to the monthly mikveh (it's not a "spa," but some mikvehs are very nicely appointed) spend an hour soaking before they do the ritual bath. Untrue. A woman takes a shower, washes very well to remove any possible barrier between herself and the water in the ritual bath. Then she goes to the small ritual pool, just one at a time with a female attendant, and does the ritual (people get a towel to wrap themselves in). It's all very respectful and private. I tried it years ago, and it's like women's ritual magic, it's actually very special.
@Da Ca You seriously felt the need to comment something like this on a video about inclusion and acceptance ? Settle down, your insecurity is showing...
@Da Ca it is to avoid matches (marriages) in which both persons have hereditary diseases which are genetically carried in Ashkenazi Jewish population due to 10 million people descending from a population of ~350 people in the Middle Ages
I cannot stop watching these videos on Hasidic Judaism! What an incredible life! I’m Christian, and have been my whole life, and the love, community, and holiness found here in unmeasurable! Thank you for the REAL view on how Jews live and breathe! Shalom!
As a Muslim I found this very interesting and I subscribed to this channel. I had a Jews friends so I already knew a lot of things. Amazing that’s there are so many things that are quite similar to Islam. Great job Peter 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I was always born and raised Christian but what a bunch of really beautiful nice people I never realized the Jews were such cool people God bless us all we all have a lot to learn from them great video as always you do great work thank you very very much
Eye-opening hell - in the way that they are oppressing women just like you do? That they have the women so brainwashed that they think the oppression is a nice thing?
@@robertdimarzio4490 I happen to be a Jew by birth, and agree with you ..but not about using the word 'hell' in vain, it means weeping forever for rejecting the Moshiach Yeshua/Messiah Jesus forgiveness and salvation with His friendship....as predicted we would do in Isaiah chapter 53..We will despise and reject him...as he lays down his life as a lamb for our sins...dying with the wicked and buried with the rich
@Jennifer mills Yes! Conservative Christian women have to deal with the same liberal stereotypes and hate. They hate that we are happy so they call us oppressed.
You portray yourselves phenomenally, some frank soul searching is leading me towards Judaism. One day i'd love to visit a community and potentially speak with a conversion sponsor.
I find the tradition and cultural very interesting. I come from a boring background. 😊 but I find it hard to wrap my head around someone not liking someone because of their religion. I'm a Christian and we don't have the exact same beliefs but we both believe in God. My interest in your culture is not to criticize or make fun of but to understand. It's a beautiful culture.
Just binge watched all 3 episodes, I have to say your way of interacting with the people you interview is impressive. Its so free-flowing and non presurred unlike most documentarys. In short, I love your style and keep doing you man ! You've gained a new fan today🙂.
Yeah hasidic Jews seem like a muslim orthodoxy on steroids. Muslims have managed to strike a balance between semetic ultra orthodoxy and liberal Christianity. .
Truly amazing and beautiful culture. I am surprised that what I regarded as a highly restrictive lifestyle actually leads to such joy and freedom. I’m glad that this rich tradition has stood the test of time, and as a Christian I feel there is so much I can learn from the Orthodox Jews
This was amazing and refreshing. As someone who grew up with a father who was Jewish (non orthodox) I can see alot of things I remember from as child. That young kid in the ep2 is wise Beyond is years. Thank you for being open minded and visiting this awesome community.
Thank you for such an amazing insight with these 3 videos. When I watched “Unorthodox” i felt it wasn’t a true depiction of the Hasidic Community. It was definitely biased for secular watch ability. I am a reform Jew, was raised up in that community. My dad (1920-2015) was raised Orthodox in Brooklyn. When he moved to the West Coast in the early 40’s he felt the sting of anti-semitism, he started a business and changed the family name from Steinberg to Stevens. (A decision he regretted in later years). Since I grew up Reform, I was not educated as much in Hasidim, so my curious nature totally enjoyed this series. Thank you so much for answering many of my questions, some which I didn’t even know I had! The most wonderful thing I took from this series is the meaning of JOY! My mom and dad were always laughing, and showing the good in everything. I have embraced this way of life, I’m all about Peace, Love and Joy. Its my sincere hearts desire that we all can get along, and treasure each of our different religions, without judgment on each other. This series can go a long way to show this kindness. Thank you, thank you!! ✡️
Hey I agree! The world would be a better place if people focused on getting along! Much love to you and your family! If you wana learn more about the orthodox way of life on the east coast check out rabbi mizrachi. He talks about pretty much any topic in Judaism. Wishing you much love!!
So beautifull!! As a jew i was very touched by your positive and non toxic approach to this not so popular community . By doing so You managed to bring some peace in your own way to the world
I have learned so much from this series. I feel blessed to have come across your it. I want to know more about the Hasidic Jewish community. I could learn so much more about faith, serving God, and being a woman and wife. This was excellent. I pray that I am blessed enough to become friends with someone from this community one day. Blessings and thank you!
@@chaank1069 all messengers of god followed the same faith. Practices and small details in their messages might be different, but the main concept and faith is one. This of course till people get in and change the teachings after the prophet dies. We believe all of them were Muslims, in the meaning they are worshiped and sent by the same message from God, he is the holiest and the only worthy of worshipping. We are all in existence to pray to him and build the world he gave us.
♥ So, so beautiful, Peter ♥ Thank you for sharing this with all of us and for all the Hasidic families who opened their hearts and homes, it was such a moving, loving experience to visit. I have only ever watched a Sabbath prayer in a movie (Fiddler On The Roof) years ago and I distinctly recall how incredibly beautiful the sound of it was that it brought tears to my eyes. And now, after watching this three part series, I have an deeper affection and appreciation for our Hasidic brothers. I learned SO MUCH from these episodes -- really it made me fall in love with the Hasidic community. ♥
I am blown away by this series. I believe this is one of the very best things I have seen on the internet ever. Thank you for such an interesting and informative look into this culture. I'm always curious and intrigued by different cultures, and love getting insight and learning more about them. I wish we all had that sense of community and faith.
Thank you Peter and all the members of the Jewish community for taking the time & allowing us the privileged access in to your everyday lives, these kind of efforts help everyone understand and appreciate everyone better. Understanding leads to peace and harmony.
As an atheist I really enjoyed your videos. Life is about respect. Thanks for showing the outside world you're just normal people. It was nice to understand their beliefs and respected views on each other
Man, these videos are a blessing to me. I'm not Jewish, but seeing their way of life and how disciplined they are with how they turn their beliefs into a lifestyle, really has me reflecting on myself as an Orthodox Christian. I needed to see this small series, thank you.
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to the white man that calls himself a jew
I have to tell you, man, I love your videos. I just discovered them today, and I've spent hours glued to my TV. This 3 part series makes me so happy. I'm so grateful to learn about the Hasidic jews from the inside. I'd love to visit the neighbourhood. Thank you, Peter
That two weeks of abstention from physical contact between spouses each month, I gotta say, that's some genius level stuff right there for keeping the attraction in a marriage.
And there's a little biology at play. She's ritually impure for two weeks. That sets her up for being cleansed at the mikveh, right about at ovulation time. He's prohibited from masturbation, so two weeks w/o sex guarantees a high volume/sperm count. Put those together, shazam! Lots of little Orthodox babies! I think Moses knew what he was doing, right there. LOL
Doubt It keeps the attraction alive. Looking at porn while in a relationship kills attraction for your wife...agree. Which most religions are against. I think referring to a woman being "unpure" is sad. To make a person feel that they are in some way "damaged" or unlovable because they menstrate is not right.
@@susancraigo8218 that’s the thing you misunderstand, being “impure” is in no way considered being damaged, if you want I can give you a whole explanation behind it. Either way it happens to men and women for all types of things
The city I grew up in Albania had a few jewish families that stayed there after WW2. I was always curious about this culture. Unfortunately I didnt have the opportunity to learn from someone personally. Im so glad i watched the series. Much respect for them.
I never saw anything of your channel. I got this through the algorithms. I am glad this time something educational was recommended. Really great job and you were so respectful with them.
I am an African American man, who was raised in Crown Heights - my mother lived there until the day she died, at the age of 92. This video made me very emotional because I saw my ‘friends’ opening their hearts and homes and culture to the Internet world. Thank you, everyone.
I think Jews and African Americans have a natural bond being that we have for so long been oppressed by other people we have developed a sense of understanding for each other's struggles. My best wishes to you and have a happy new year!
@@elijah9253 Jews... Oppressed...
mira mi amigo. debes haber dicho exactamente lo contrario de lo que dijiste.
@@elijah9253 I think that's because both wanted to live in any community but on their rules. For example your guest wants to do what he wants and he doesn't care about you. In your home. You kick him out from home. He would cry that he is being oppressed. That is jew.
I lived on Eastern Pkwy for 11 years, about 3 blocks away from this major synagogue. I’m also black. I was truly fascinated by the Hasidic community and wanted to know more about their culture. However, they’re extremely insular and very rarely interact with others. They’re def not approachable lol (my experience obviously but not saying they’re all like that... my cousin’s Hasidic neighbors were super cool). ! Anyway, at least they open up to this guy, interesting to see.
What a nice memory to share...it contradicts the stereotype and I am very happy to read thus.
This was a great series. This is how people learn about other groups by actually talking to people, not just judging and by tv shows
You're so right
I wish the episodes would continue, including seeing the mikvah and other things they spoke about...
Exactly. This was an awesome documentary. The full thing is a 2 part series
Thank you so much! This was very interesting to watch.
@@user-bw3fl7fj9w agreed, this should be made into a series it’s so interesting
I’ve watched youtube for years and I think this is the kinda of content we need on this platform, original and feels very realistic. Your channel is the best channel I’ve found in years
Agreed!
Checkout Bald and Bankrupt
@@666overloaded Thanks for mentioning Bald&Bankrupt I follow their videos, Glad I found Peter Santenello great video's
Yes, I totally agree!
agree
The maturity of the young people is very impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed each episode and learning.
Being a Muslim and lived for a while near utrecht Brooklyn a place designated to orthodox jews, I really respect them following their ideological beliefs. What I most respectful about them is the remembrance of God. Love and peace for all and hatred for none.
@@Peacetoself the only one who seems insecure is you with your off the hook comment.
What a nice thing to say about a Jew, Ali. God Bless to you and to your family
@@mojomojo5779 it is the reflection of your own goodness that you see nice things in others. Peace and blessings be on you and your family as well.
@Trav Hat I am real and a proud Muslim. No religion teaches hatred, transgression, disrespecting to any fellow human being, I believe from my limited knowledge. Humanity is the biggest lesson of the divine scriptures whether it is Islam, Judaism, Christianity etc. Your religion is your choice and you're free to choose whatever deems appropriate to you, but for me it is obligatory to respect you and love you to seek Almighty blessings. We dont know each other but the words of kindness would remain part of our delightful memories. So peace and blessings be on you
THANK YOU!! What a breath of fresh air
As an orthodox jew, I am so amazed that there is someone willing to spread truth and love. Thank you! I really enjoyed these videos
This has broken the barrier of my understanding of your culture and religion. I kinda understand how my ethnic community lost its way and our culture diluted so much.
So the Torah is basically a guidebook for a happy life? like what I mean is (and forgive me because I'm just trying to understand it) it is basically a book about how people are and this is how to live your best life?
Know that your skepticism of Western culture is greatly influenced by the perspective you see in Western media or maybe from your education, I dont know what you are taught. The majority of people, if not interested, dont feel any kind of resentment towards your way of life. It seems to me that often when someone is interested and asks questions or makes observations, jews generally are quick to take a more defensive approach. I dont know if this is a part of jewish culture, but that is the only lets say incomprehensible thing about jews from a non-religious Western person’s point of view.
I only wish that the rest of America had this kind of structure...not necessarily Jewish, but family and home oriented...we have a lot we could learn from this culture....
Jesus is the most high
As a Jewish women I just want to thank you so much for all your videos about us. The positivity in the comments are just amazing thank you to every kind person here!
it is very interesting and i Really Enjoy the warmth within the families. Love from Germany.
Big hugs from Bergamo Italy ✨🤗
Love from the UK ♥️
Love from Canada
beautiful culture Awsome people I had changed my point of view on Jewish people
Wonderful to learn about all the different ways of thinking and communities in the world from this channel. One common goal in everything seems to be peace, care and understanding - absolutely what communities are about.
As a non jewish and non religious person I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary and thank Peter and all the families who allowed him ( and us ) into their homes and communities.
This documentary answered a lot of questions I'd had rattling around in my head for years.
Thank you to everyone involved
As an African American Christian woman, your videos on the Jewish community have been so enlightening and rewarding. 🤔😌
We Christian have Jewish roots.. and the first century to 3rd century Christian had Jewish customs .. and the catholic church took out does tradition and killed most Christian... we need to go back to our roots
As an Black Women you should say....ever saw some White guy calling himself as an "European American? No then you shouldnt either :-)
@@wambooislustigram5789 European Americans know what part of Europe they came from, Italian Americans, Anglo Americans, German Americans etc. African is used because a lot of African Americans want to be connected to their roots as best they can.
@@levantateyora9317 read books from the patrology, you'll find the true history of christianity
@@JoaoPedro-ni6jk I know the truth history.. the problem is wen the catholic church became Christian and killed most Christian and took the name
As a Muslim watching this, this was very great to learn about their lifestyle, much respect
THANK YOU! i LEARNED AOT MYSELF..VERY INSPIRING
There are many similarities between this and Islam in a way.. The rules , the boundaries , having Torah/Quran as a guide book , staying away from your wife during her period. That's very interesting
@J T HAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA
🤓🤓🤓 This was honestly beautiful. I was raised and born in Williamsburg Brooklyn. My father a private cab driver for the jews, and i have met jews in person many times over. Amazing people they are and i didn't know much of their way of thinking. But thanks to this channel and documentary this has been an enlightening experience for me. Wow truely something so opposite and positive from the negative things people say. People fear a community when they don't understand it. Thanks for the content keep it up. From brooklyn with love! 🤓
It's did show me how much similar they are to Islam.
Coming from Williamsburg Brooklyn, born and raised, I greatly appreciate this. I lived in Boro Park also for 7 years. Jews are not what people make them out to be. I love their way of life.
Same
They are wonderful people . I also grew up around them . Wise and respectful , they contributed to my golden childhood and platinum youthood
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to the white man that calls himself a jew
@@intelin123 Lmao
Frankly as a Muslim from Pakistan I feel very positive about this video and the credit goes to maker too... Content like this can really help to build bridges over indifferences
Dudes gonna heal the planet just by listening to everyone for everyone else.
The voices that scream in the media are the loudest. We're all just normal people.
You worship the same demons....makes sense.
@@Thomas-lg6jx well you must be very careful with words Thomas 😜
You must have a fulfilling life 😊@@Thomas-lg6jx
i am an Israeli seqular jew, and even for me it was very educating. THANKS SANTENELLO!
Imagine every 6 days we all had thanksgiving & we focused our time in that moment not to be self centered but, to give & be with ones family with no outside noise. Powerful.
Well said. I’m so grateful that as a Jew I was raised this way. Judaism is beautiful.
@@smsandel I am not a Jew but from 2017 I have been observing Torah. I was a Seventh-day Adventist before this. Their aren't many Jews in my country because I live in Jamaica.
I read Complete Jewish bible and Orthodox Jewish Bible.
Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy. The 10 commandments aren't just for Judah, but all tribes written on the gates of Kingdom come. :)
We'd be fat. Fatter than we already are.
Not in America 😃👍
I have no idea how I, a 53 year old Christian woman from Eastern Kentucky, ended up here but I'm so glad I did. What warm, welcoming people the Hasidic Jews are! I love this !!!
They deny JesusChrist
@@wlkbeastmode-issiap.346 Because they're smart enough to know that we are all God's children and Jesus existed to teach us this, was crucified for giving us the true path to returning to our higher Father and has now been disrespected to the highest degree and had his teachings misused and hidden by the church so they can charge top dollar for your salvation that only you can craft for yourself, not relying on one man who's experienced more than enough grief for all eternity to come save you
@@wlkbeastmode-issiap.346 Who himself was Jewish.
When we listen to others, we will understand them.
@@wlkbeastmode-issiap.346 I think Jesus can handle it. Remember that Paul wrote in the Epistle to the Romans: Christians must not think that they, as wild olive branches grafted onto the cultivated olive tree of Israel, are better than the cultivated branches that grow on that tree naturally. Peace.
"If you're on social media a lot, you have a problem in your life" - SHLOIME
Exactly why I
Got rid of it all… I wasn’t present … I want to be present at all times. Everyone now is chin down to phones and I’m not
Going to be that person
Alas, if not for social media, I would not have been able to view the wonderful videos Peter makes, nor could I have spent this time with all these fantastic folks, however, he is absolutely correct, I have replaced real people in my life with those on the internet, I am in the process of changing that, because the internet is quite as addictive as the alcohol I consumed to excess 37 yrs ago, That being said, I am in need of finding a way to enjoy what is offered without the excess. I pray for the safety and well being of all those who have been kind enough to share their lives with us, in these very troubled times. I have only discovered this, here, in June 2024
This youtuber just made a more informative series than any media outlet I’ve ever seen. This was truly interesting 🙂
Cad rflf
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Agree
I agree!
That's because his only agenda is to educate (himself and us) - the media needs to sway you one way or the other and slants it to appease their advertisers. Peter's Amish series is fantastic as well.
Thank you for doing this. I am not Chassidish, but I am an Orthodox Jew and I live in Brooklyn. My family thinks I’m crazy for having become religious in my 30’s. They don’t understand what this world is like from the inside. They only know the Secular way of life. They don’t understand that we really are like a big family. If I’m in trouble, I can literally approach any Religious Jew around me to ask for help, and they will stop what they are doing and help me, as I would for them. We have our issues, like all people do. No one individual is perfect. No group is perfect. But our mission is to strive to improve ourselves, improve our world, and behave how Hashem wants us to behave. It’s so nice to finally see something in the media that doesn’t paint us as anti-social monsters.
Chazak V’ematz!
Beautifully stated!
Beautifully said!
I come from a secular Italian Jewish family, we're proudly secular, proudly Italian and most importantly proudly Jewish. My uncle became Chabad when he was 20 (he's now 60) and of course it was strange in the beginning for my grandparents, but first they accepted it, then they understood, finally they rejoyced. We don't need the same nusach or the same beliefs to love each other, that's the beauty of Judaism! Chazak Ve'emats
If it brings you joy and peace, it's right for you. That's not crazy. It's beautiful to see someone moving closer to God.
Am Catholic. Loved this series am jealous (in a good way) of their sense of community I wish the world would go back to this.
Here here!
But they are not above the law
You don’t have a wedding with 7,000 people there during this time no 1was Social distancing or wore any masks if we have to wear masks and social distance so do they
It's good and bad, there's a strong sense of community which is the good, but the bad is it made people more racist
@@BecomingAMan That's a very relaxed meaning of racism. I've been invited to Shabbat meals in CH with Moroccan Jews and Taimani Jews and they're pretty dark skinned.
All the respect, Peter. This is journalism. This is the positive point of the UA-cam platform. Well done… kol ha’Kavod.
How well spoken they are, not a cuss word, no 'ums' or 'u know like's, A joy to watch. Thinking of you Jeff 👍
5:20
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its shamefull to speak bad languge in jewdism ....by the way we say all "lashon arah lo medaber helaei" its mean "bad languge not speaking to me" and we try all day not to say bad words and not only that its mean also not speak on other people and shame there name bihind they back its kind of bad luck fot us if we do ...
You just made me realize how ill speaking I am 😂 but you’re spot on with this community. SO well spoken and many many other positive attributes
That little boy in the previous video still has me choked up for how humble he was
Yes! I now find myself saying "Wow, God!" when I look up my street and see the beautiful mountains, or look into my son's eyes. Appreciation for everything, I was reminded of this by that young man.
Yeah I agree!! That kid was sharp...so was the young woman!!
he is amazing. there is a light in his soul that warms my heart.
John Kelly Also a little brainwashed
His thought about life was so dope.
Well done, I'm a brother living in Brooklyn, never had an issue with a Jewish person while living in New York for over 15 years. Nice to take a peek into their world. Keep up the great cultural sensitization work.
good man.
Still doesn’t mean they like you. They actually cannot stand black people.
@@robertdimarzio4490 don't generalize, man.
@@robertdimarzio4490 read "Moses and Monotheism" by Sigmund Freud. When it comes to not being liked by a whole group of people - I'm always suspicious as to the validity of a statement like that yet there may be some truth to what you say. I guess I'm used to being hated to the extent that it doesn't impact me the same way it might you: I'm more concerned with 'why' people hate, where did it come from?
@@yurichtube1162 Exactly, right!
This and the Omish series actually made me think about my own life, decisions, morals, etc. It makes me want to be a better person. Wow, God really works in mysterious ways.
I'm Jewish and I love visiting lancaster
Check out Islam and make a prayer in your heart to Allah that if Islam is the Creator’s chosen religion that He may guide you !
@@NK-bc5xw Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven and the only way to salvation. He’s the only one who’s alive while Mohammed is dead, talk to him and see. He will reveal himself to you. Allah can’t even enter his own creation what makes you think he can save you from your sins?
The replies on this comment are literally a Jew a Christian and a Muslim walking into a bar lol. It really reflects how the other 2 Abrahamic religions preach and convert yet judaism doesnt
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I m Muslim from Morocco 🇲🇦, and I really love you my cousins
♥️
Jews and Muslims have much in common👍
i follow ur country/culture/people in morrocco,inshallah,ya salaam.
@@joshberman9318 hhahaha shokran Josh ur the best 🙏🏻🙏🏻.
if you ever thought about visiting, you’re welcome to stay in my house anytime you want and I insist
Bless you ♥️
G-D bless
We love you too. Both our cultures are beautiful❤️
Thanks for the pure truth! I always have love for Jewish community. They went through a lot throughout history, but they are still standing united. God bless the Jewish community where ever they are. ❤
Amen!
Not as much as the rest of the world that's the sad part
Thank you! Salaam.
You are awesome! Thank you!
Beautifully filmed, I'm Jewish and I love how you've jumped right in to try and learn about our religion and culture in so many different levels. Thank you for showing the world the real truth about orthodox Jews. Keep filming
Absolutely beautiful series. What a wonderful and textured community. Complex but actually very simple at the same time. Happiness
As someone from the neighborhood right next to Crown Heights, specifically Bed-Stuy, I’ve always seen these people around and genuinely wanted to know more about them. Your three episodes answered a lot of the questions that I’ve had for decades.
I'm about 4 zip codes away, sometimes I walk the area n sometimes wonder if they would embrace my HELLO. I'm hesitant, due to what if my smile/hello isn't welcomed.
Being a gentile, I'm open-minded to others lifestyle. Interesting n cool vid. (1 day I'll say HELLO)
Damian, you talk about the Lubavitch neighborhood. Of course they would answer you with a smile. They built the whole movement around outreach. It's a cool place.
These people?
Same.
@@drinkwatereatmelons7048 I think there were tours given at 770 Eastern Parkway. pre covid, as a public invitation to understand the Lubavitcher community.. ..you might want to inquire if they are still being given..
This was so intresting. The gentleman who explained marriage relationships is charming and well spoken. I liked learning from him about intimate relationships between Husband and Wife. It is a very respectful and loving practice.
How are you doing 😊😊☺️☺️
The only horrible thing about this videos is that they are too short, I love this series, sending love from Melbourne, Australia.
True
You mean the videos, not the Jews, right? (:
@@royal7800 yes that's what I meant.
@@royal7800 🤣🤣im Jewish btw, that's a good one!
@@moshegroner me too, nobody’s perfect!
(Joking, of course)
I love Chabad so much. Honestly they’ve played such a massive role in my life and really helped me stay in touch with my Judaism
I am a Muslim and I always wanted to know more about our Jewish brethren. I am really surprised how similar we are in how we do things and in our thinking! Given this, I really don't understand why our communities are not closer. Thank you so much for these videos, I loved watching and learning from them.
True bro, same here.
We used to be a tight community bro, this has changed just over the last couple decades. My look on it its because of the portrayel of each other on media.
The Evil One wants all Believers and lovers of the Holy One to be divided and hate each other, and preferably to have them do so 'in the name of' The Holy One. If we cultivate our knowledge of the Holy One within ourselves, we will not be deceived.
Media is the evil reason. Media that shows us what top politicians around the world want us to see.
I know why...
I love that they not only explain everything, but they say it with such passion and joy. Truly a pleasure to learn
I'm an atheist and probably will never be religious and never was, but the way these Jews (and many other religious people) live makes a lot of sense and is probably healthier than most people's lives.
Turn to God! Jesus loves you ❤️
@@jessro.2370 Amen! 🙏
@@jessro.2370 amen
Educate yourself about islam sincerely and then make a comparison you will know the truth. God willing.
My god is better!
I love how beautifully you portrayed this community, culture and religion in this series. I was particularly impressed by how mature and articulate the younger participants were!
This is my first time watching your channel. I want to thank you for producing a respectful, informative and sensitive series about chassidic Jews. As an Orthodox Jew (not chassidic and grew up conservative), there is in general such a negative representation in the media and unfortunately it affects all Jews. When there is a documentary such as yours which is informative and respectful it affects all Jews positively, especially during a time of rising antisemitism. So really thank you 😊
Me as a jew,I'm so grateful to you, for making these amazing videos. I am so happy that people finally get a little glimpse of who we are, thanks again❤☮
You’re good people this was a great insight
@@bennevis6843 thank u❤❤❤
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to yhe white man that calls himself a jew
You are not a real jew
Rivty is a beautiful and intelligent young lady. Very well spoken. Thank you all for sharing your time and life!
Agreed she’s great
She so simply yet eloquently explained her culture... so refreshing!
I agree also.
Well trained culture vulture
If you want to know about Judaism belief's visit
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I’m half jewish, so to speak, and I live in a neighborhood outside of Philadelphia that has very large orthodox and Hasidic population. It really is super beautiful to watch. The people in apartment next door do all of their religious traditions in their backyard. I listen to their singing often. It’s very relaxing. You almost feel very protective of them. Watching them walk up and down the street with their big families!
Is your mothe for father Jewish? If it’s your mother, then you are Jewish.
Bala or Elkins Park?
That sounds beautiful 🙏
This series has been absolutely fascinating, such wonderful people and so welcoming and open, respect, Shalom now has true meaning.
Yah but you suposedly you cannot become a "jew" but you could follow moses and become a Muslim...
@@jeep7612 Converts are allowed in Judaism, it's just not encouraged. There are many Jewish converts, here is one (the singer). ua-cam.com/video/pJbLcAPj18o/v-deo.html
@@jeep7612 Moses didn't follow the Islamic faith.
@@nasdaqua the islamic faith did not exist in moses times lol
I'm a mexican/American Christian & yo because of these 3 videos I have nothing but love & respect for jews... That lil boy in the 2nd video is sooo wise for his young age I just wanted to shake his hand & call him my brotha... Thanks for these videos and these great loving people.. One love God bless you all..
Never heard a relationship between a man and a woman explained this way before. I have a new found respect and appreciation for this culture.
As a jew im in shocked because that's what we live our life that way for 3000 years lol
Your three Hasidic episodes were filled with profound wisdom! Thank You. By the way, I have two computer screens; one with your UA-cam channel, and on the other screen, I write notes on what stands out to me in your channel. The notes are there to push me to write out (flesh out) and know more fully. I am able to express more clearly in my words. I am able to polish my thoughts (faith, theology, philosophy) and then integrate them into my life.
I'm glad you got something out of those episodes. Thank you. They were quite an adventure making them. I slept well those nights.
As a Muslim I really appreciate how jewish live their life and how they value their family
We need to take a few more lessons from bani Israel tbh. We should also do Sabbath style, no smart phone no computer no electric, and spend time with family/our children.
@raven's son bani Israel is the name of the nation that contains 12 tribes. Yahud is only one tribe “Judah”
@raven's son you can’t rewrite history to suit what you think. 🤣 Jesus wasn’t even apart of tribe of judah.
@@temptemp4174 yep. As a chasidic Jew myself, sabbath is a taste of heaven when your cut off from the world and your free to focus on connecting to God and being with your family
raven's son means sons of Israel
It makes me sad that such a beautiful people have had to face so much torment and cruelty from the wider population for centuries. What a wonderful way to live - just kind, considerate and loving. The entire world could learn a lot from this way of life ♥️
I am not a Jew, but I feel a lot of us were more like this in the old days. I remember we had Saturday or Sunday dinner with my grandparents EVERY week. We didn't have cell phones and we had to put video games away and we just were together. All the neighbors knew each other on the block and neighboring blocks. People weren't afraid.
So true grew up in NYC when we played in the streets. Neighborhoods were safe and we stayed in groups. So sad children live in front of a screen hardly socialize.
@@sandragregg9079 Yup. I'm from Chicago. I grew up right on the cusp of both worlds. I can still remember a time as a little boy in the 80s when the only computers I saw were on tv or in movies. No cellphones no nothin'. Walk to the library, ride your bike around, go door to door with your cousin or brother and ask if every kid on the block, and the next block and the next block could come out and play. By the end of it we'd have 20 kids.
Those were days we didn't know EVERYTHING (like now) about things , and , what we did know was good enough to live. . . even though those days make it difficult to remember as life was then easier , it's contribution to the world we now live in is huge
@@Bianca-sw5id The funny thing is, despite everything we still live in the most peaceful time in history.
@@The_Gallowglass I don't know about that , in South Africa our electricity goes off at five pm and stays off all night to give criminals a chance to rob us , and our police department do nothing unless you have gone to another department first and got a load of documents to give them so they can take their time helping you in time you have to face being bullied by others. The stress of the kind of life we are all trying to cope with is extremely harmful to our health , no matter where you are living in the World the domino effect is happening and you will be effected or watch someone be effected. . . I respect Judaism ✡️ one hundred percent , that is where the truth about life is
Born and raised in NYC, believing the majority of the Jewish community were selfish and rude (and terrible drivers) this has really broadened my perspective. Thank you for allowing us into your everyday lives. Peace and love to you all.
rent a place in south Williamsburg. You'll change your perspective back again lol
Sadly I’ve discovered that someone can be sweet and a nice person in everyday life, and yet be a total terror behind the wheel. lol. So these people may still be horribly impatient drivers. One can hope not though. :)
Classic typical East Coast mentality. “I’m so much better than you” the old school superiority complex.
Born and raised on the Westside. I worked on Broadway in high school part time and after I started college, until I flunked out and got drafted! I made many friends working on Broadway, when I was drafted these friends gave me a going away party. The outpouring of concern and love was overwhelming, it was very moving and emotional for a 20 year old draftee during Vietnam. During my time in he Army this group of people sent me care packages, which were very welcome. Of course it was packed with NYC stuff, Yahoo,Motza,Lindser Tarts and tons of other goodies.
The part that I like to share, most of these people who sent me care packages and goodies were Jewish! When people asked me about my packages, I told them the packages were from my Jewish Family in show business!
Gosh..... I'm thinking that this 3-part series is absolutely the very BEST information that I've ever watched on UA-cam! I'm of the Christian faith... & I'll have to say that I feel very informed, BLESSED & uplifted by investing some time watching these 3 videos! God bless all!
Im an RN and worked for many hospitals but decided to go into privatized Addiction treatment ctrs as an addiction Rn the most generous kind owners and bosses I’ve ever had were the orthodox owners and company i worked for... ive since moved on due to moving but to this day i still feel they were the best to their staff employees and overall were great!!! Cannot say anything bad about this community always blessings ✨💫🌙🦋
Wow that's so nice of u to say that!
And that says a lot about them. Very nice.
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to yhe white man that calls himself a jew
@@intelin123 facts
@@intelin123 where in the Bible does it say that
Thank you to the jewish communities for letting us see and learn. And thank you Peter. Beautiful.
As a black guy, I just wish we were like the Jews in how they have their family unit and support each other. It's wonderful, an amazing community.
LOL. These are the folks who evicted the father from black families.
@@bluechex7881 Now its today. It can be fixed.
@@bluechex7881 what a stupid way of thinking. If you’re always looking for a group to blame it’s not the group that’s the problem
I agree
@@bluechex7881 Are you saying these folks evicted the father who has black families, so kids with different women? Or you implying these folks are cause of the black fathers who abandon their kids creating all the single moms? Or that these folks caused the father of black families not to pay rent? Come on son.
62 Yr old Catholic Anglo Irish man in london
What wonderful people friendly kind and gracious people you are all a credit God bless you all I was truly moved..
Take the Tube up to Golders Green or Hendon one weekday and walk around. Have a meal in a kosher restaurant (when we can again). It is just like Brooklyn!
And there is another series about the community in Manchester that is worth a watch if you haven't seen it. It will show you the diversity of the Orthodox Jewish community, which is something that I don't think he has realized exists yet. Chassidim are easy to pick out of a crowd. Other Orthodox Jews blend in more. Check out the show (sorry I can't think of the name--I will look for it if you are interested tho. Just let me know!)
True, as a Muslim I really enjoyed watching these series..! As different communities we should interact much more in order to understand, respect and tolerate each other as human beings
I loved this whole series. I’m orthodox but not chassidish and it was very nice to see into their life and the beautiful way they presented it. Thank you for caring to portray our communities in its true image and not distorted by the bias of the media. Also really love reading the warm comments in these videos. So nice when people from all walks of life bring love and warmth to each other.
The best way to become an atheist is read the Bible critically one time in Hebrew.
@@GigiAbbi-cu9qn the best way to believe in Gd is to learn science in depth and then you will realize how this world was created with so much brilliance.
Gigi is trolling....
I am a Christian and I grew up in a Jewish neighborhood. Never had any issues growing up, only help, kindness and a lot of fun. Advice and help I got from my Jewish friends aided me greatly in life in many ways.
This is one of the best documentaries I have seen. A real insight into how a culture and it’s people live and what they believe. Brilliant work. Thank you Peter from the United Kingdom.
Thank you for this great series, I am Ashkenazi Jewish and I have loved seeing and learning more about Hasidic Judaism :)
Just to clarify--there are Ashkenaz AND Sephardic Chassidim. Even though the Chassidic movement started in Poland and technically with Ashkenazim, the movement spread and grew and now there are probably just as many Sephardic Chassidim across the world.
The controlled abstinence is beautiful! All give and take, moderation, balance, appreciation. Much better than the standards we set for relationships today!!
Amen. I totally agree.
Loved this series.
I’d never met a Jewish person till I was 25 and went to work at a Jewish summer camp. Had a great time, learned a lot and found them extremely nice.
Let’s take a moment and appreciate how beautiful his house is
Lol no taxes!! If I convert my house to part get together spot. I to can build a beautiful home.
@@ralphieg9001 What 😳 So if I hold Bible study or Church in my house 🏠...I do not have to pay property taxes???
Please explain...I am struggling with taxes 😫
You really think he didn’t pay taxes?!?
He pays his taxes like all responsible law abiding citizens are expected to.
@@RB-cw8kd you obviously dont know how it works!! Do your homework!! Lmfao
@@RB-cw8kd Churches do not pay taxes
As a woman, I am all for the whole post period spa thing. The man doesn't pressure the wife for sex and let's her deal with her period, cramps, bloating on her own. And then they meet up afterwards. Thank you so much for making these videos and thank you to everyone who participates. You are appreciated. ❤
Just to add- they don't just "meet up" after. They're still together the 2 off weeks, just without any contact. More time to focus on the emotional side, talking, etc.
The problem is that orthodox Jewish women have 10-15 kids, no matter if they want it or not. That is just too hard to handle!
@@Nigrol750 This isn't exactly true. Yes, there are families that have over 10, but even in the hassidic world, the average is around 7.
Now I'm not hassidic, so I can only speak for the orthodox world. There, women aren't forced to have any large # of kids. The biblical command is only to have 1 boy and 1 girl, so the rules are ore strict until that point is reached. But every child after that is still a huge mitzva, so having big families is definitely encouraged. In many cases, the woman wants to have a big family as well (sometimes even more so than the husband). There are also exceptions made for women who can't handle at the time for physical/emotional reasons.
I think many woman don't want to engage during their monthly, but that doesn't mean they don't still want or need affection from their spouse. I don't like that they label the woman as "unpure" during this time. It places a connotation that because a woman has menstruation it makes her bad. Why couldn't a husband hug his wife everyday?
If he don’t get it at home, he’ll get it somewhere.
I love this video. Thank you for an inside view. My personal opinion after watching this is If we lived more like the Jewish community we would have less problems in the world. God Bless and protect us all.
How are you doing 😊😊☺️😊
From a Louisiana boy, a spiritual but not religious man who knows nothing about life.... every person I saw in this community was so wise and balanced, we need that in the world! Give thanks for sharing your beautiful way of life!
The world has A LOT to learn from them. So much respect.
Beautiful series, very well done!! I’m from the Hasidic community in Williamsburg and I have to say, you did an amazing job capturing the atmosphere and spirit from our town in a positive way. I’d like to add just one more detail that I think might prove interesting for those interested in these subjects, here goes:
Hasidic Judaism was founded by the bal Shem tov (Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer) a little more than 200 years ago, with no more than a few followers , where it ultimately became the empire It is today. It’s fundamental teaching (and the thing they appealed to most of it’s adherents) was that Judaism is for everyone, not just for the academics and very spiritually invested. Whereas till then you were only considered a “true jew” if you fell in any of the above categories, the bal shem tov thought his people that being a true Jew means incorporating god in whatever it is you do, no matter how lowly or insignificant the deed may seem. (This naturally caused a very long winding and heated conflict between the “Hasiddim” and “misnagdim” (which literally translates to “the opposers”, people who rejected Hassidus on account of it being a new form of Judaism,and not going in according to previous traditions.), but that’s a topic innate of itself.
The teaching of hassidus is heavily based on “Kabbalah”, a study that was first introduced to Judaism with the discovery of the zohar, which legend had it was written by Rabbi shimon bar yochai, (a sage who lived in the era of the “ta’naaim”) who’s said to have received all his knowledge from god himself when he was hidden in a cave for 13 years hiding from the Roman Empire. (Many of Jewish greats and scholars rejected this claim, and instead insisted that the zohar was written by “moses de Leon”, a poor teacher (and Kabbalah student) who lived in the 14’th century and tried (successfully so) to make a living by going around and selling these books, a claim which is universally accepted by almost all modern scholars and academics.
However it should be, there are still to this day many many sects of communities that live based off these teachings (as evidenced by this mini series ), but there is another “version” or approach to Judaism, which is what I wanted get to this whole time (sorry, I tend to get carried away 🙈), and that’s the rationalist approach.
Channeled first by rabbi saadia gaon, and later on adopted by greats such as Maimonides (in his book ‘guide for the perplexed’) and Gersonides(‘War of the lord’), this approach aims to explain Judaism within the framework of Greek philosophy (and in today’s days; science).
Whereas “Kabbalah” Judaism ( or mystical Judaism) will tend to explain Judaism and the world with “unnatural” concepts such as “the supernatural”, astrology, demons etc..., rationalist Judaism rejects all this, and aims to explain Judaism through the pure rationale of the human mind, within the framework of Judaism and science.
The latter approach was ( and is still ) rejected by many in the Jewish world, for many different reasons, (another very complicated and highly controversial topic), yet somehow managed to survive and is in some communities (although not many) the structure and way of life, raising their generations in accordance to the above.
My point with all this is, that if you’re someone watching, and think that “although this community’s way of life is very nice, But I still don’t understand the logic behind all this”, just know that their are other explanations out there for all the different things we do, as well as very Well thought out rationales for general concepts such as god, after life, etc.. and maybe you’ll find what you’re looking for “over there”.
I apologize for this very long read, but I just had to get this out my system 😁. Thanks again for such a wonderful series, and for those of you who made it all the way to the finish, congrats! 🏆😀
I did make it all the way to the end!
Very interesting. Your'e very knowledgeable.
I also made it right to the end thank you for your information it’s very interesting I learned things I never knew before thank you
On the contrary most people believe that the holy Zohar was written by the tana reb shimon bar yochai.
👍! Thanks
I have always wondered do Jewish people believe that Jesus is the son of God?
Wow just watched all 3 episodes. I've been enlighten, and gained another level of respect for the Hasidic Jewish community.
Me too bro
Same here
Many thanks for opening the door to share your culture. Thanks for making these 3 videos.
This content was so wholesome. All too often we are led to believe only what the mainstream media shows us, but this was so genuine. Thank you for teaching us about this beautiful community!
The host is amazing. Doesn’t share his opinion, just shows what is. So great!
Thank you for making these videos. A couple of clarifications: what the guy at the end was saying about DNA testing and "matches," that's not what he meant. They're testing for carriers of certain genetic diseases that developed among some European Jewish groups because they lived in segregated communities for centuries. They want to make sure that both members of a couple aren't carrying mutations that might result in children who have these illnesses (for example, one is called Tay-Sachs disease).
Another point: when the guy was describing the rules around married couples, he talked about women being impure if they're menstruating. The word "impure" means *ritually* impure, not impure like they're dirty. Also, men are also considered ritually impure if they have a seminal emission. They also have to do certain rituals to remove ritual impurity (according to their belief).
I don't know why he said that women who go to the monthly mikveh (it's not a "spa," but some mikvehs are very nicely appointed) spend an hour soaking before they do the ritual bath. Untrue. A woman takes a shower, washes very well to remove any possible barrier between herself and the water in the ritual bath. Then she goes to the small ritual pool, just one at a time with a female attendant, and does the ritual (people get a towel to wrap themselves in). It's all very respectful and private. I tried it years ago, and it's like women's ritual magic, it's actually very special.
It might be because they specifically do that but some people hold that a shower is acceptable as a mikvah because it still has natural rain water
Tested for what?incest,uncles and neices, first cousins?
@Da Ca You seriously felt the need to comment something like this on a video about inclusion and acceptance ? Settle down, your insecurity is showing...
@Da Ca I think that is really what he was talking about. You can't live in a society like theirs not eventually destroy the gene pool.
@Da Ca it is to avoid matches (marriages) in which both persons have hereditary diseases which are genetically carried in Ashkenazi Jewish population due to 10 million people descending from a population of ~350 people in the Middle Ages
I cannot stop watching these videos on Hasidic Judaism! What an incredible life! I’m Christian, and have been my whole life, and the love, community, and holiness found here in unmeasurable! Thank you for the REAL view on how Jews live and breathe! Shalom!
As a Muslim I found this very interesting and I subscribed to this channel. I had a Jews friends so I already knew a lot of things. Amazing that’s there are so many things that are quite similar to Islam. Great job Peter 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I was always born and raised Christian but what a bunch of really beautiful nice people I never realized the Jews were such cool people God bless us all we all have a lot to learn from them great video as always you do great work thank you very very much
Wow this has been incredible to watch! As a Muslim living in the UAE this has been so eye opening! Thank you.
I feel the same way
Eye-opening hell - in the way that they are oppressing women just like you do? That they have the women so brainwashed that they think the oppression is a nice thing?
@@robertdimarzio4490 I happen to be a Jew by birth, and agree with you ..but not about using the word 'hell' in vain, it means weeping forever for rejecting the Moshiach Yeshua/Messiah Jesus forgiveness and salvation with His friendship....as predicted we would do in Isaiah chapter 53..We will despise and reject him...as he lays down his life as a lamb for our sins...dying with the wicked
and buried with the rich
@Jennifer mills Yes! Conservative Christian women have to deal with the same liberal stereotypes and hate. They hate that we are happy so they call us oppressed.
On that note, let us condemn Hamas killing Israelis
honestly well done. You really portrayed us accurately. We are so often misrepresented. Thank you
You portray yourselves phenomenally, some frank soul searching is leading me towards Judaism. One day i'd love to visit a community and potentially speak with a conversion sponsor.
He did a good job. You have a fascinating culture. God bless.
May God bless you and your people. I feel a kinship to you.
@@InductedMist didnt you hear what shloime said?? its a family, ethnically bound. you arent part of it
I find the tradition and cultural very interesting. I come from a boring background. 😊 but I find it hard to wrap my head around someone not liking someone because of their religion. I'm a Christian and we don't have the exact same beliefs but we both believe in God. My interest in your culture is not to criticize or make fun of but to understand. It's a beautiful culture.
Just binge watched all 3 episodes, I have to say your way of interacting with the people you interview is impressive. Its so free-flowing and non presurred unlike most documentarys. In short, I love your style and keep doing you man ! You've gained a new fan today🙂.
I just finished a binge watch, as well. You have just scratched the surface of this whole community --- please do more episodes !!
I am a Roman Catholic, It's all about peace love and harmony. I learn a lot seeing your culture. God-bless
@Ihaab what were you expecting to do with this comment?
Yeah hasidic Jews seem like a muslim orthodoxy on steroids. Muslims have managed to strike a balance between semetic ultra orthodoxy and liberal Christianity. .
The Jewish culture is so beautiful. Thank you for opening our eyes to the real culture and not the movie.
Definitely a faith of prayer, peace, charity, kindness, family, and God. All lives are valued.
Truly amazing and beautiful culture. I am surprised that what I regarded as a highly restrictive lifestyle actually leads to such joy and freedom. I’m glad that this rich tradition has stood the test of time, and as a Christian I feel there is so much I can learn from the Orthodox Jews
This was amazing and refreshing. As someone who grew up with a father who was Jewish (non orthodox) I can see alot of things I remember from as child. That young kid in the ep2 is wise Beyond is years. Thank you for being open minded and visiting this awesome community.
Thank you for such an amazing insight with these 3 videos. When I watched “Unorthodox” i felt it wasn’t a true depiction of the Hasidic Community. It was definitely biased for secular watch ability. I am a reform Jew, was raised up in that community. My dad (1920-2015) was raised Orthodox in Brooklyn. When he moved to the West Coast in the early 40’s he felt the sting of anti-semitism, he started a business and changed the family name from Steinberg to Stevens. (A decision he regretted in later years). Since I grew up Reform, I was not educated as much in Hasidim, so my curious nature totally enjoyed this series. Thank you so much for answering many of my questions, some which I didn’t even know I had! The most wonderful thing I took from this series is the meaning of JOY! My mom and dad were always laughing, and showing the good in everything. I have embraced this way of life, I’m all about Peace, Love and Joy. Its my sincere hearts desire that we all can get along, and treasure each of our different religions, without judgment on each other. This series can go a long way to show this kindness. Thank you, thank you!! ✡️
Hey I agree! The world would be a better place if people focused on getting along! Much love to you and your family! If you wana learn more about the orthodox way of life on the east coast check out rabbi mizrachi. He talks about pretty much any topic in Judaism. Wishing you much love!!
@@beeyou4103 thank you for the reply! I will check out the Rabbi! ☮️
@@debjh Where are you from if i may ask?
My wife was raised Jewish and this episode brought memories of when we were younger.
So beautifull!! As a jew i was very touched by your positive and non toxic approach to this not so popular community . By doing so You managed to bring some peace in your own way to the world
I have learned so much from this series. I feel blessed to have come across your it. I want to know more about the Hasidic Jewish community. I could learn so much more about faith, serving God, and being a woman and wife. This was excellent. I pray that I am blessed enough to become friends with someone from this community one day. Blessings and thank you!
If you’re a Christian all you need to know are the words of Christ. Judaism has nothing to do with Christianity
@@docrakidocraki8067 Uh... Jesus was Jewish. So, there's that...
Thank you for your kind words about my people! 💜💜 have a blessed day!
@@docrakidocraki8067 Jesus was born a Jew and was Jewish till his last day.
@@chaank1069 all messengers of god followed the same faith. Practices and small details in their messages might be different, but the main concept and faith is one. This of course till people get in and change the teachings after the prophet dies.
We believe all of them were Muslims, in the meaning they are worshiped and sent by the same message from God, he is the holiest and the only worthy of worshipping. We are all in existence to pray to him and build the world he gave us.
I worked with Jess for 7 yrs and I loved every min of it. Good people that pass on good. I only learned good values.
♥ So, so beautiful, Peter ♥ Thank you for sharing this with all of us and for all the Hasidic families who opened their hearts and homes, it was such a moving, loving experience to visit. I have only ever watched a Sabbath prayer in a movie (Fiddler On The Roof) years ago and I distinctly recall how incredibly beautiful the sound of it was that it brought tears to my eyes. And now, after watching this three part series, I have an deeper affection and appreciation for our Hasidic brothers. I learned SO MUCH from these episodes -- really it made me fall in love with the Hasidic community. ♥
I Wish I had this type of support system. What an amazing community to live in
Truly amazing. This is up there as one of the best UA-cam series and should be nominated for an award.
I am blown away by this series. I believe this is one of the very best things I have seen on the internet ever. Thank you for such an interesting and informative look into this culture. I'm always curious and intrigued by different cultures, and love getting insight and learning more about them. I wish we all had that sense of community and faith.
How are you doing 😊😊👋👋
Thank you Peter and all the members of the Jewish community for taking the time & allowing us the privileged access in to your everyday lives, these kind of efforts help everyone understand and appreciate everyone better. Understanding leads to peace and harmony.
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As an atheist I really enjoyed your videos. Life is about respect. Thanks for showing the outside world you're just normal people. It was nice to understand their beliefs and respected views on each other
Man, these videos are a blessing to me. I'm not Jewish, but seeing their way of life and how disciplined they are with how they turn their beliefs into a lifestyle, really has me reflecting on myself as an Orthodox Christian. I needed to see this small series, thank you.
African americans with slave descendancy are the real jews.the bible says the hebrew israelites were sold to the enemy and were transported in cargo slave ships.this never happened to the white man that calls himself a jew
@@intelin123 ....what?
I love the Jewish culture. The more I learn, the more it makes sense. Their dedication to to Lord is awesome!!
I have to tell you, man, I love your videos. I just discovered them today, and I've spent hours glued to my TV. This 3 part series makes me so happy. I'm so grateful to learn about the Hasidic jews from the inside. I'd love to visit the neighbourhood.
Thank you, Peter
That two weeks of abstention from physical contact between spouses each month, I gotta say, that's some genius level stuff right there for keeping the attraction in a marriage.
And there's a little biology at play. She's ritually impure for two weeks. That sets her up for being cleansed at the mikveh, right about at ovulation time. He's prohibited from masturbation, so two weeks w/o sex guarantees a high volume/sperm count. Put those together, shazam! Lots of little Orthodox babies! I think Moses knew what he was doing, right there. LOL
@@marcellacruser951 Just to clarify- G-d, not Moses. Moses gave over G-d's word
@@rodgrodg4hk269 He did say so, yes.
Doubt It keeps the attraction alive. Looking at porn while in a relationship kills attraction for your wife...agree. Which most religions are against. I think referring to a woman being "unpure" is sad. To make a person feel that they are in some way "damaged" or unlovable because they menstrate is not right.
@@susancraigo8218 that’s the thing you misunderstand, being “impure” is in no way considered being damaged, if you want I can give you a whole explanation behind it. Either way it happens to men and women for all types of things
The city I grew up in Albania had a few jewish families that stayed there after WW2. I was always curious about this culture. Unfortunately I didnt have the opportunity to learn from someone personally. Im so glad i watched the series. Much respect for them.
I never saw anything of your channel. I got this through the algorithms. I am glad this time something educational was recommended. Really great job and you were so respectful with them.
I love this video. I grew up in Crown Heights and it’s nice to learn more about my neighbors and their beautiful culture!